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stamen

Pronunciation: /ˈsteɪmən/

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Definition of stamen

noun

Botany
  • the male fertilizing organ of a flower, typically consisting of a pollen-containing anther and a filament.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin, literally 'warp in an upright loom, thread'

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