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pappus

Syllabification: (pap·pus)
Pronunciation: /ˈpapəs/

Definition of pappus

noun (plural pappi /ˈpaˌpī, -ˌpē/)

Botany
  • the tuft of hairs on each seed of thistles, dandelions, and similar plants that assists dispersal by the wind.

Derivatives

pappose

Pronunciation: /ˈpaˌpōs, ˈpaˌpōz/

adjective

Origin:

early 18th century: via Latin from Greek pappos

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