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fronds

[/frɒndz/]
nounpl: fronds
frondes
1. Large compound leaves of ferns or palm trees, typically with many leaflets arranged along a central stem
The fern's delicate fronds unfurled in the shade.
As frondes delicadas da samambaia se desdobraram na sombra.
2. Leaf-like structures or appendages in marine organisms such as seaweed
The kelp's fronds swayed gently in the ocean current.
As frondes do kelp balançavam suavemente na corrente do oceano.
Synonyms
leavesleafletsbladesfringe

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
frondes
Standard term used in botany and general contexts
Portugal
frondes
Standard term, same as Brazilian Portuguese
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