Associations to the word «Spicate»

Wiktionary

SPICATE, adjective. (botany) Having the form of a spike, or ear; arranged in a spike or spikes.

Dictionary definition

SPICATE, adjective. Having or relating to spikes; "spicate inflorescence".

Wise words

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