Lexic.us

Definition of Angiocarpous

1. Adjective. Having or being fruit enclosed in a shell or husk.

Definition of Angiocarpous

1. a. Having fruit inclosed within a covering that does not form a part of itself; as, the filbert covered by its husk, or the acorn seated in its cupule.

Definition of Angiocarpous

1. Adjective. describing a plant whose fruit is in an envelope and not part of a calyx. ¹

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Medical Definition of Angiocarpous

1. Having fruit inclosed within a covering that does not form a part of itself; as, the filbert covered by its husk, or the acorn seated in its cupule. Having the seeds or spores covered, as in certain lichens. Origin: Angio- + Gr. Fruit. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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