TURGOR
\tˈɜːɡə], \tˈɜːɡə], \t_ˈɜː_ɡ_ə]\
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(biology) the normal rigid state of fullness of a cell or blood vessel or capillary resulting from pressure of the contents against the wall or membrane
By Princeton University
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.