lion's foot
The term 'lion's foot' can refer to specific plants with distinctive leaf shapes or to a decorative element in furniture design.
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Definition
C2Botany
(technical)A plant with leaves shaped or lobed to resemble a lion's paw, including species from the genera Alchemilla and Prenanthes.
Example
- The lion's foot plant thrives in alpine regions.
C1Architecture
(technical)A decorative element shaped like a lion's paw, often used as a support or base in furniture design.
Example
- The antique table featured intricately carved lion's foot legs.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lion's foot":
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