Convolvulic

/ˌkɒnvɒlˈvjuːlɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, belonging to, or characteristic of plants of the convolvulus family.

Etymology

From convolvulus plus the suffix -ic, which converts nouns to adjectives meaning 'of or relating to.' The suffix is from Greek -ikos.

Kelly Says

Scientific adjectives ending in -ic are like linguistic shortcuts—instead of saying 'relating to convolvulus,' scientists just add -ic and everyone knows you're describing the plant's family features!

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