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caryophyllaceous

Pronunciation: /ˌkarɪə(ʊ)fɪˈleɪʃəs/

Definition of caryophyllaceous

adjective

Botany
  • relating to or denoting plants of the pink family (Caryophyllaceae).

Origin:

mid 19th century: from modern Latin Caryophyllaceae (plural), based on Greek karuophullon 'clove pink', + -ous

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