| transect | <ecology> A line on the ground along which sample plots or points are established for collecting vegetation data and in many cases, soil and hydrology data as well. (17 Mar 1998) |
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| transection | 1. A cross section. 2. Cutting across. Synonym: transsection. Origin: trans-+ L. Seco, pp. Sectus, to cut (05 Mar 2000) |