plumule

noun plu·mule \ˈplü-(ˌ)myül\

Definition of PLUMULE

: the primary bud of a plant embryo usually situated at the apex of the hypocotyl and consisting of leaves and an epicotyl

: a down feather

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New Latin plumula, from Latin, diminutive of pluma small soft feather — more at fleece

First Known Use: circa 1741

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