Associations to the word «Spikelet»

Pictures for the word «Spikelet»

Wiktionary

SPIKELET, noun. (botany) A small, or secondary spike, especially one of many in the inflorescence of a grass or sedge

Dictionary definition

SPIKELET, noun. A small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf.

Wise words

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