单词 | pappus |
释义 | Word Frequency pappus(ˈpæpəs) nounWord forms: plural pappi (ˈpæpaɪ) a ring of fine feathery hairs surrounding the fruit in composite plants, such as the thistle; aids dispersal of the fruits by the wind Derived forms pappose (ˈpappose) or pappous (ˈpappous) adjective Word origin C18: via New Latin, from Greek pappos grandfather, old man, old man's beard, hence: pappus, down |
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