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Nov 29, 2009
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wa'ter leaf"




(in Greek architecture and sculpture) a motif of heart-shaped leaves having a conspicuous midrib. Also called Lesbian leaf.

wa•ter•leaf



Pronunciation: (wô'tur-lēf", wot'ur-), [key]
n.
any of several North American plants of the genus Hydrophyllum, having clusters of bluish or white flowers and leaves often bearing marks resembling water stains.

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water-laidwaterleaf family
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