PETALODY

Etymology

Noun

petalody (uncountable)

(botany) The metamorphosis of various floral organs, usually stamens, into petals.

Source: Wiktionary


Pe*tal"o*dy, n. Etym: [Petal + Gr. (Bot.)

Definition: The metamorphosis of various floral organs, usually stamens, into petals.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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