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Definition of Calycle

1. Noun. A group of bracts simulating a calyx as in a carnation or hibiscus.

2. Noun. A small cup-shaped structure (as a taste bud or optic cup or cavity of a coral containing a polyp).

Definition of Calycle

1. n. A row of small bracts, at the base of the calyx, on the outside.

Definition of Calycle

1. an outer calyx [n -S]

Medical Definition of Calycle

1. A bud-shaped or cup-shaped structure, resembling the closed calyx of a flower. Synonym: calycle, calyculus. Origin: L. Dim. From G. Kalyx, the cup of a flower (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Calycle

Calycanthus calycanthus family Calycanthus floridus Calycanthus occidentalis calycate calyceal calyceal calyces calyces calyciform

calyciform ending calycinal calycine calycine calycle (current term) calycle (current term) calycled calycles calycoid Calycophyllum

Calycophyllum candidissimum calycular calyculate calycule calycules calyculi calyculin A calyculus calymmatobacterium Calymmatobacterium

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