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frond

frond [ frond ] (plural fronds)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. large divided leaf: a large leaf divided into many thin sections that is found on many flowerless plants, especially ferns and palms

2. seaweed resembling fern leaves: a growth that resembles the leaf of a fern or palm tree, especially a growth of seaweed that resembles leaves

[Late 18th century. < Latin frond-, stem of frons "leaf"]

frond·ed adjective
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