Stoma

Definition of Stoma

Sto´ma
n.1.(Anat.) One of the minute apertures between the cells in many serous membranes.
2.(Bot.) The minute breathing pores of leaves or other organs opening into the intercellular spaces, and usually bordered by two contractile cells.
3.(Zool.) A stigma. See Stigma, n., 6 (a) & (b).

Related Words

aperture, hydathode, lenticel, pore, stomate, water pore, water stoma
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