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anther

/ˈæn.θə/

/ˈæn.θɚ/

anthernoun

anthers

/ˈæn.θə/

/ˈæn.θɚ/

Translations

The anther is a part of the stamen in a flower.

Пыльник является частью тычинки в цветке.

Definitions

The part of a stamen that contains the pollen in flowering plants.

The anther is crucial for the reproduction process as it releases pollen grains.

Synonyms

pollen sac

flower part

stamen component

antheradjective

more anther

Comp.

most anther

Super.

/ˈænθə/

/ˈænθɚ/

Used attributively in botanical contexts (e.g., "anther culture").

Definitions

Relating to or derived from anthers, especially in botanical processes or descriptions.

Anther culture techniques have revolutionized plant breeding.