Definition of Chlamys

1. Noun. Collective term for the outer parts of a flower consisting of the calyx and corolla and enclosing the stamens and pistils.

Exact synonyms: Floral Envelope, Perianth, Perigone, Perigonium
Generic synonyms: Cover, Covering, Natural Covering, Plant Organ
Group relationships: Bloom, Blossom, Flower
Terms within: Corolla, Calyx
Specialized synonyms: Falls
Derivative terms: Chlamydeous

2. Noun. A short mantle or cape fastened at the shoulder; worn by men in ancient Greece.
Generic synonyms: Cape, Mantle

Definition of Chlamys

1. n. A loose and flowing outer garment, worn by the ancient Greeks; a kind of cloak.

Definition of Chlamys

1. Noun. (historical) A short cloak caught up on the shoulder, worn by hunters, soldiers, and horsemen in Ancient Greece. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Chlamys

1. a garment worn in ancient Greece [n -MYSES or -MYDES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Chlamys

chlamydiaceae infections
chlamydiae
chlamydial
chlamydial arthritis
chlamydiales
chlamydias
chlamydiosis
chlamydomonas reinhardtii
chlamydoselachid
chlamydoselachids
chlamydospore
chlamydospores
chlamyphore
chlamyphores
chlamyses
chleuasmos
chloasma
chloasma bronzinum
chloasmas
chloasmata
chlodronate
chlophedianol hydrochloride
chlor-
chloracetic acid
chloracne
chloracnegen
chloracnegens
chloracnes

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