folium

Noun

Meaning

A leaf, esp. a thin leaf or plate.

A curve of the third order, consisting of two infinite branches, which have a common asymptote. The curve has a double point, and a leaf-shaped loop; whence the name. Its equation is x3 + y3 = axy.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

genesis constitution flake film geology lamina organization scale layer creation formation composition plate arrangement establishment
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Hypernyms

formation geological formation

Phrases with the word

folium of Descartes juniperus sabinae folium

Derivatives

foliums folia

Examples

Medieval codices are constructed in "gathers" which are folded (compare "folio", "leaf, page" ablative case of Latin folium), then stacked together like a newspaper and sewn together at the fold. Source: Internet

Increasing evidence suggests that this process may be slow in humans. citation Folate and folic acid derive their names from the Latin word folium, which means "leaf". Source: Internet

Pg. 139–140 Another blue often used in the Middle Ages was called tournesol or folium. Source: Internet

It also contains RadixPolugoniMutiflori helping in inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis) and Folium Nelumbinis Raises the Clear Yang of the Spleen. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

folisolic folist folistic folium of Descartes foliumin folivore