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Definition of Polytomous

1. a. Subdivided into many distinct subordinate parts, which, however, not being jointed to the petiole, are not true leaflets; -- said of leaves.

Definition of Polytomous

1. Adjective. (botany) subdivided into many parts ¹

2. Adjective. (mathematics) Describing a variable that has multiple (more than two) categories ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Polytomous

1. Subdivided into many distinct subordinate parts, which, however, not being jointed to the petiole, are not true leaflets; said of leaves. Origin: Poly- + Gr. A cutting, fr. To cut. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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