intorsion Meaning, Definition & Usage

In*tor"sion noun

Etymology

L. intortio a curling, crisping: cf. F. intorsion. See Intort, and cf. Intortion.

Definitions

1. A winding, bending, or twisting.
2. (Bot.) The bending or twining of any part of a plant toward one side or the other, or in any direction from the vertical.