patulous
/ˈpætʃələs/
adjective
- Spreading or opening widely, especially of a plant's parts such as branches, leaves, or petals.
- The gardener pruned the patulous stems to encourage more compact growth.
- The patulous branches of the old oak tree provided plenty of shade.
- She admired the patulous petals of the sunflower as they stretched toward the sun.
- Open or expanded; not closed or contracted.
- His patulous smile made everyone feel welcome at the party.
- The wound remained patulous, requiring careful cleaning and bandaging.
- The patulous mouth of the cave invited the explorers inside.
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