calyx

Phonetic Respelling: [ key-liks, kal-iks ]

Definition:

n. the whorl of sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing and supporting the developing bud; usually green

Sentence:

The sepals of a flower are called the calyx.

More example sentences:

The sepals of a flower are called the calyx.

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The plant's accrescent calyx bacame noticeably larger.

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Synonyms:

whorl on flower; sepals; outer floral envelope

Antonyms:

root

Calyx rhymes:

• Two Syllable Rhymes
  • alix
  • calix
  • fralix
• Three Syllable Rhymes
  • italics
  • metallic's