C2 noun #119,032 most common

calyx

UK /ˈkeɪ.lɪks/ | US /ˈkeɪ.lɪks/

The outermost whorl of flower parts, comprising the sepals, which covers and protects the petals as they develop.

calyx in 30 Seconds

  • (noun) The outermost whorl of flower parts, comprising the sepals, which covers and protects the petals as they develop.
  • (noun) Any of various cup-like structures.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun The outermost whorl of flower parts, comprising the sepals, which covers and protects the petals as they develop.
  2. 2
    noun Any of various cup-like structures.
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