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aril

 

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Noun aril has 1 sense
  1. aril - fleshy and usually brightly colored cover of some seeds that develops from the ovule stalk and partially or entirely envelopes the seed
    --1 is a kind of
    plant part, plant structure

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Aril

Definition:

An aril refers to a fleshy or pulpy outgrowth formed from the funiculus of a seed near its hilum. It is often brightly colored and acts as an attractive covering for the seed.

Senses:

Sense 1:

  • Noun: The outer covering or appendage of a seed.

Example sentence: The pomegranate seed is enclosed by a juicy, red aril.

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Sense 2:

  • Noun: The edible part surrounding a nut or seed.

Example sentence: The cashew nut has a kidney-shaped aril attached to its base.

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Sense 3:

  • Noun: A fleshy appendage on certain mollusks.

Example sentence: The scallop has delicate arils along the edges of its shell, which are used for propulsion.

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Sense 4:

  • Noun: A plant called "aril" from the genus Acca.

Example sentence: The bright orange flowers of the Acca aril give off a sweet scent.

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