1. resembling or characteristic of a plant; having qualities similar to those of plants

Examples

• The coral has a plantlike appearance with its branching structure.
• Some organisms exhibit plantlike behavior, such as remaining stationary and absorbing nutrients from their environment.
• The fungus grows in a plantlike manner, spreading through the soil.
• Sea anemones have plantlike tentacles that sway in the current.
• The creature's plantlike features include chlorophyll and the ability to photosynthesize.