guttation

[guh-tey-shuhn]

noun

Botany.

1. a process in which water in liquid form is given off by plants.

guttation

1. The exudation of water from leaves as a result of root pressure.

2. Compare transpiration

Word History and Origins

Origin of guttation¹

From German, dating back to 1885–90; gutta, -ation

Example Sentences

Their framework reveals diverse functions -- such as excretion, venom spraying, prey hunting, spore dispersal, and plant guttation -- highlighting potential applications in soft robotics, additive manufacturing, and drug delivery.

From Science Daily

This strange sweat, technically known as guttation, is similar to sap in plants.

From Salon

This tooth fungus excretes red liquid much like sap in a process called guttation, when the fungus absorbs extra water from wet soil.

From National Geographic

"That wasn't guttation," James said heavily.

From Project Gutenberg