hypogeous

/ (ˌhaɪpəˈdʒiːəs) /


adjective
  1. another word for hypogeal

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Scientific definitions for hypogeous

hypogeous

[ hī′pə-jēəs ]


  1. Relating to the germination of a seed in which the cotyledons remain below the surface of the ground. Compare epigeous.

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