decumbent Definition
- 1lying down, especially with the face downwards; prostrate
- 2Botany: (of a plant or stem) growing along the ground and then turning upwards at the tip
Using decumbent: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "decumbent" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The decumbent figure lay motionless on the ground.
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The decumbent stems of the plant are covered in small leaves.
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The decumbent posture is often used in yoga to promote relaxation.
decumbent Synonyms and Antonyms
Origins of decumbent
from Latin 'decumbere', meaning 'to lie down'
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Summary: decumbent in Brief
'Decumbent' [dɪˈkʌmbənt] describes a position of lying down, especially with the face downwards, or a plant or stem that grows along the ground and then turns upwards at the tip. It is often used in yoga to promote relaxation. Synonyms include 'prostrate', 'recumbent', 'horizontal', and 'prone'.
