English / word
transpiration
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
The process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts, especially leaves.
In context
01
Transpiration plays a key role in the water cycle and plant growth.
02
Transpiration plays a key role in maintaining atmospheric moisture.
Synonyms
evapotranspiration,water loss,exhalation
Antonyms
absorption,water retention
Collocations
rate of transpiration,reduce transpiration,plant transpiration