Definition of Midrib

1. Noun. The vein in the center of a leaf.

Exact synonyms: Midvein
Generic synonyms: Nervure, Vein

Definition of Midrib

1. n. A continuation of the petiole, extending from the base to the apex of the lamina of a leaf.

Definition of Midrib

1. Noun. (botany) The strengthened vein down the middle of a flower petal or leaf. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Midrib

1. the central vein of a leaf [n -S]

Medical Definition of Midrib

1. The central, and usually the most prominent, vein of a leaf or leaf-like organ. (09 Oct 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Midrib

midquarter
midquel
midquels
midquestion
midrace
midrange
midranges
midranking
midrapidities
midrapidity
midrash
midrashic
midrashim
midrashot
midrashoth
midrib (current term)
midribs
midriff
midriffs
midrise
midrises
midroll
midround
midrun
mids
midsaggital
midsagittal
midsagittal plane
midsagittal section
midscale

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