leaf trace

noun

: a trace associated with a leaf

Examples of leaf trace in a Sentence

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The leaves trace a pretty imprint on the soft cheese. Amy Bartner, Indianapolis Star, 21 Mar. 2018

Word History

Etymology

trace entry 3

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of leaf trace was in 1875

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“Leaf trace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leaf%20trace. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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