"precursor tip" meaning in English

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        "The reduced upper leaf zone found on many monocotyledons that usually takes the form of a cylindrical extension at the apex of the leaf."
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        "(botany) The reduced upper leaf zone found on many monocotyledons that usually takes the form of a cylindrical extension at the apex of the leaf."
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        "Any thickened or glandular leaf tip that is distinguishable from the rest of the lamina's surface."
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        "(botany) Any thickened or glandular leaf tip that is distinguishable from the rest of the lamina's surface."
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        "botany",
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