dehiscence

dehiscence Definition

de·his·cence (-his′əns)

noun

a splitting open, as of a pod or anther, along definite structural lines

Etymology: L dehiscens, prp. of dehiscere: see dehisce

dehiscence Related Forms

de·his′·cent adjective

dehiscence Usage Examples

Preposition: of

capsule: Mature seeds are dispersed 1-3 m from the parent plant by dehiscence of the seed capsule.

Adjective modifier

anastomotic: Because of its effect on increasing blood flow to the gut, spinal anesthesia reduces the incidence of anastomotic dehiscence.

Noun used with modifier

wound: This contribution describes the causes of wound failure and the management of acute wound dehiscence.

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