introrse
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Etymology
From Latin introrsus, introrsum (“toward the inside”, adverb), variant of introversus, from intrō + versus (“turned”).
Adjective
introrse (comparative more introrse, superlative most introrse)
- (botany) Facing or turned inwards or towards an axis.
- (botany) Said of anthers turned toward the center of the flower.
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The introrse anthers of the water lily
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