: having lobes
palmately lobed leaves

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Sun Exposure: Dappled sun; part shade Soil Type: Rich, dry to medium, well-draining Soil pH: Neutral, slightly alkaline (7.0-8.0) USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9 Hellebores are gorgeous shade plants with thick, deeply lobed foliage and flowers that open in winter. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2025 The architectural plants also bring unique ornamental appeal to the garden, with bold, deeply lobed foliage and an attractive spreading habit. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2025

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Etymology

lobe + -ed entry 1

First Known Use

1756, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lobed was in 1756

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“Lobed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lobed. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.

Medical Definition

: having lobes
cells with lobed nuclei
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