dispetal

C2+ Topic:Actions & Processes

US /dɪsˈpɛtəl/ UK /dɪsˈpetəl/ See IPA manual

Meanings

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verb
to strip the petals from a flower

Strong winds can dispetal the roses overnight.

Verb forms

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Synonyms

1 verb · to strip the petals from a... depetaldeflower

Word family

Forms dispetaled

Derived forms dispetaleddispetalling

Related forms petaldefoliate

Etymology

Formed from the prefix dis-, indicating removal, and petal. It is a rare variant of depetal, meaning to remove or lose petals.

Topics

Actions & Processes Word Formation & Derivatives

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