tendril Definition and Meaning in English (tendril definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Tendril definition: A slender, coiling, threadlike organ of a climbing plant, which attaches itself to a support and enables the plant to climb.

Definitions of Tendril

  1. 1noun

    A slender, coiling, threadlike organ of a climbing plant, which attaches itself to a support and enables the plant to climb.

  2. 2noun

    A slender, curling strand of something, especially hair.

Example Sentences

casual

“The cucumber plant's tendrils wrapped around the support stake.”

casual

“She noticed a delicate tendril of hair escaping her braid.”

casual

“The climbing rose sent out new tendrils towards the wall.”

Inflected Word Forms

adjectivetendrilled
adjectivetendril-like

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What is the meaning of Tendril in English?▼
Tendril definition: A slender, coiling, threadlike organ of a climbing plant, which attaches itself to a support and enables the plant to climb.
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'Tendril' translates to 'tendril' in English. Tendril definition: A slender, coiling, threadlike organ of a climbing plant, which attaches itself to a support and enables the plant to climb.
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