Circumnutating

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈnjuːteɪtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of circumnutate; moving in a circular or spiral motion, especially as plants grow.

Etymology

Present participle form showing the ongoing circular motion or nodding movement.

Kelly Says

Climbing plants are constantly circumnutating—they spiral around as they grow, which helps them find and wrap around nearby supports. It's like the plant is blind but searching, feeling its way through the air!

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