seed leaf
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of seed leaf
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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All of the seed leaf of these states is used exclusively in the manufacture of cigars.
From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by E. R. Billings
The flavor of the Partaga is too delicate for palates that have been accustomed to Connecticut seed leaf.
From The 30,000 Dollar Bequest and Other Stories by Mark Twain
The Perique and Louisiana tobacco are the principal varieties cultivated, and attain nearly the size of Connecticut seed leaf.
From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by E. R. Billings
Now look at the corn: there is absolutely no sign above ground of its one seed leaf.
From The Library of Work and Play: Gardening and Farming. by Ellen Eddy Shaw
About this time Connecticut seed leaf became known as a cigar wrapper, and in a short time took the lead for this purpose, as it still continues to.
From Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce by E. R. Billings
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