turgor

tur·gor

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Definitions of turgor word

noun turgor Plant Physiology. the normal distention or rigidity of plant cells, resulting from the pressure exerted by the cell contents on the cell walls. 1
noun turgor the state of being swollen or distended. 1
noun turgor the normal rigid state of a cell, caused by pressure of the cell contents against the cell wall or membrane 0
noun turgor turgescence; turgidity 0
noun turgor the normal distention or rigidity of living animal and plant cells due to pressure against the plasma membrane from within by the cell contents 0

before 1875

One of the 25% newest English words

1875-80; < Late Latin, equivalent to Latin turg(ēre) to swell + -or -or1

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