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stomata
This term is used exclusively in botanical and biological contexts to describe the microscopic openings on plant surfaces. It carries a neutral, scientific register and is rarely encountered outside of academic or technical discussions regarding plant physiology and transpiration.
Grammatically, this word is the plural form of the Latin-derived "stoma." In scientific writing, it is treated as a plural noun, meaning it requires plural verb agreement (e.g., "the stomata are open"). While "stoma" is the singular form, "stomata" is far more common in general biological descriptions because these pores occur in vast numbers across a leaf.
Meanings
Examples
Plants regulate water loss by closing their stomata during a drought.
The microscope reveals thousands of tiny stomata on the underside of the leaf.
Carbon dioxide enters the plant through these microscopic stomata.
I wonder if the stomata are fully open in this humidity.
The patient requires specialized care for their surgical stomata.
We need to monitor the skin around the stomata for any signs of infection.
The nurse explained how to clean and maintain the stomata properly.
Are the stomata healing as expected after the procedure?