sepal (Meaning)
Wordnet
sepal (n)
one of the green parts that form the calyx of a flower
Webster
sepal (n.)
A leaf or division of the calyx.
Synonyms & Antonyms of sepal
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sepal Sentence Examples
- The bright red sepals of the poppy flower attract pollinators.
- The sepaline bracts of the Fuchsia plant form a colorful enclosure around the flowers.
- The sepals of the star magnolia curve outwards, giving the flower a distinctive star shape.
- The persistent sepals of the rose hip provide protection for the developing fruit.
- The sepaloid petals of the camellia flower resemble true petals, enhancing its ornamental value.
- The delicate sepals of the lily of the valley add a touch of elegance to the flower's graceful stem.
- The sepaliferous calyx of the pineapple plant consists of numerous imbricate sepals.
- The sepals of the hibiscus flower can be fused together to form a protective tube around the flower bud.
- The sepaline scales on the stem of the cacti serve as protection against desiccation and sun damage.
- The sepals of the passion flower symbolize the crown of thorns worn by Jesus Christ during his crucifixion.
FAQs About the word sepal
one of the green parts that form the calyx of a flowerA leaf or division of the calyx.
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The bright red sepals of the poppy flower attract pollinators.
The sepaline bracts of the Fuchsia plant form a colorful enclosure around the flowers.
The sepals of the star magnolia curve outwards, giving the flower a distinctive star shape.
The persistent sepals of the rose hip provide protection for the developing fruit.
