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acarpelous

 

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Adjective acarpelous has 1 sense
  1. acarpelous, acarpellous - having no carpels
    Antonyms: carpellate, pistillate

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Acarpelous

Definition:

Acarpelous is an adjective used to describe a plant or flower that lacks carpels, which are the female reproductive organs. In other words, acarpelous plants do not produce seeds or fruit.

Senses:

  • Botany: Referring to a plant or flower without carpels.

Usage:

  • The acarpelous orchid species found in this region is a rare find.
  • The acarpelous pumpkin flowers failed to produce any pumpkins.
  • Acarpelous plants often rely on other methods, such as vegetative propagation, for reproduction.

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