caducous adjective.
[kǝ'dju:kǝs] L17.[from Latin caducus (see CADUCITY) + -OUS.]1. Epileptic. Only in
L17.2. Botany &
Zoology. Of an organ or part: that falls off naturally after serving its purpose. Opp.
PERSISTENT 1.
M18.3. Law. Of a bequest: subject to reversion.
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