Acute

  • Title

    Acute

  • Definition

    Sharp; usually referring to the apex of a flattened structure (such as a leaf) in which the two sides are straight and, when they meet, form an angle that is always less than 90°.

  • Related Terms

    Obtuse

    Retuse

    Emarginate

    Acuminate

    Widely ovate

    Rounded

    Attenuate

    Truncate

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