Amplexicaul

[Lat. amplecti, to embrace, caulis, a stem.] ( Bot. ) A term applied to a leaf which is enlarged at its base, so as to clasp the stem from which it springs, as in fool's-parsley. Am'pliate, v . a . [Lat. ampliare .] To enlarge; to make greater; to extend. (R.) Amplia'tion, n . [Fr. from Lat. ampliatio ] Enlargement; extension; diffusene ; amplification. (R.) (Law.) A deferring of judgment until the cause is further examined.- ( French Law.) A duplicate of an acquittance or other instrument. - A notary's copy of acts pa ed before him, delivered to the parties. Ampliative, a. Adding to that which is already known or received; synthetic.