aril

 
Pronunciation: /ˈarɪl/

noun

Botany
  • an extra seed covering, typically coloured and hairy or fleshy, e.g. the red fleshy cup around a yew seed.

Derivatives

arillate

adjective

Origin:

mid 18th century: from modern Latin arillus, of unknown origin; perhaps related to medieval Latin arilli 'dried grape stones'