leaf sheath

Questions

What does leaf sheath mean?

A structure at the base of a leaf's petiole that partly surrounds or protect the stem or another organ that it subtends.

How to pronounce leaf sheath

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “leaf sheath”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “leaf sheath”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “leaf sheath” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.