decurrent Meaning, Definition & Usage

De*cur"rent adjective

Etymology

L. decurrens, -entis, p. pr. of decurrere to run down; de- + currere to run: cf. F. décurrent.

Definitions

1. (Bot.) Extending downward; -- said of a leaf whose base extends downward and forms a wing along the stem. -- De*cur"rent*ly, adv.