abapical


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ab·ap·i·cal

 (ăb-ăp′ĭ-kəl, -ā′pĭ-)
adj.
Being opposite to or directed away from the apex.
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abapical

(æbˈeɪpɪkəl)
adj
(Biology) biology away from or opposite the apex
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