cirrophore (B2)
noun
Definition
Cirrophore means a thin stalk that raises the pistil above the stamens in some plants.
Examples
The article uses cirrophore to mean (botany) A thin stalk that raises the pistil above the stamens in some plants.
The teacher asked students to find cirrophore in the reading.
How to Use cirrophore
- a/the cirrophore (noun pattern)
- Use an article when the noun is countable in context. — "The article mentioned a cirrophore."
- cirrophore in context (usage pattern)
- Use surrounding words to choose the correct sense. — "We checked cirrophore in context before translating it."
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