quadrifid
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of quadrifid
From the Latin word quadrifidus, dating back to 1655–65. See quadri-, -fid
Example Sentences
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The state of the quadrifid processes will presently be described.
From Insectivorous Plants by Darwin, Charles
From these experiments it is clear that the quadrifid and bifid processes have the power of absorbing carbonate and nitrate of ammonia, and matter of some kind from a putrid infusion of meat.
From Insectivorous Plants by Darwin, Charles
Whether or not the decay of the imprisoned animals is an any way hastened, it is certain that matter is absorbed from them by the quadrifid and bifid processes.
From Insectivorous Plants by Darwin, Charles
This substance was chosen partly because it is absorbed by the quadrifid processes and more especially by the glands of Utricularia—a plant which, as we shall hereafter see, feeds on decayed animal matter.
From Insectivorous Plants by Darwin, Charles
Nor can there be any doubt that matter is absorbed from the decayed prey by the quadrifid and bifid processes, and that protoplasm is thus generated.
From Insectivorous Plants by Darwin, Charles
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