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Funicle

Funicle Meaning & Definition
Funicle Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Funicle?

[n] the stalk of a plant ovule or seed

Synonyms | Synonyms for Funicle: funiculus

Related Terms | Find terms related to Funicle:

See Also | stalk | stem

Funicle In Webster's Dictionary

\Fu"ni*cle\, n. [L. funiculus, dim. of funis cord, rope: cf. F. funicule funicle (in sense 2). Cf. {Funambulo}.] (Bot.) 1. A small cord, ligature, or fiber. 2. (Bot.) The little stalk that attaches a seed to the placenta.

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