PNEUMATOPHORES
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Pneumatophores.
Pneumatophores - as a noun
An air-filled root (submerged or exposed) that can function as a respiratory organ of a marsh or swamp plant
Example Sentences
"The mangrove trees have adapted to the anaerobic conditions of their habitat by developing pneumatophores."
"These pneumatophores allow mangrove trees to obtain oxygen from the air while living in waterlogged environments."
"The pneumatophores of the bald cypress tree provide stability in the swampy areas where it grows."
"Some species of Avicennia have pneumatophores that can reach several meters in height."
"The pneumatophores of the Aegiceras corniculatum tree have specialized lenticels for gas exchange."
Word Game Points
Is PNEUMATOPHORES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pneumatophores is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PNEUMATOPHORES has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is PNEUMATOPHORES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pneumatophores is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPNEUMATOPHORES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
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Valid WordPNEUMATOPHORES has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.