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The definition of leaf

16 Definitions of: leaf

    1. noun, the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants, usually consisting of a flat green blade attached to the stem directly or by a stalk. Related adjs foliar, foliate
    2. noun, foliage collectively
    3. noun, in leaf (of shrubs, trees, etc) having a full complement of foliage leaves
    4. noun, one of the sheets of paper in a book
    5. noun, a hinged, sliding, or detachable part, such as an extension to a table
    6. noun, metal in the form of a very thin flexible sheet
    7. noun, a foil or thin strip of metal in a composite material; lamina
    8. noun, short for leaf spring
    9. noun, the inner or outer wall of a cavity wall
    10. noun, a crop that is harvested in the form of leaves
    11. noun, a metal strip forming one of the laminations in a leaf spring
    12. noun, a slang word for marijuana
    13. noun, take a leaf out of (or from) someone's book to imitate someone, esp in one particular course of action
    14. noun, turn over a new leaf to begin a new and improved course of behaviour
    15. verb, to turn (through pages, sheets, etc) cursorily
    16. verb, (of plants) to produce leaves
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Synonyms: frond, flag, needle, pad, blade, bract, cotyledon, page, sheet, folio (a book, magazine, etc) And more...
 

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