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achene

/əˈkiːn/

/əˈkin/

Translations

achenenoun

achenes

/əˈkiːn/

/əˈkin/

The dandelion produces a type of fruit called an achene.

Одуванчик производит тип плода, называемый семянкой.

Additional translations

сухой плод

Synonyms

acheneadjective

more achene

Comp.

most achene

Super.

/əˈkiːn/

/əˈkin/

Used attributively in botanical descriptions (e.g., "achene surface").

achenenoun

A small, dry, one-seeded fruit that does not open to release the seed.

The dandelion produces achenes that are dispersed by the wind.

acheneadjective

Relating to, consisting of, or characteristic of an achene or achenes.

The achene hairs aid in wind dispersal of the seeds.