Definition of Pyxis

1. Noun. Fruit of such plants as the plantain; a capsule whose upper part falls off when the seeds are released.

Exact synonyms: Pyxidium
Generic synonyms: Fruit

2. Noun. A constellation in the southern hemisphere near Puppis and Antlia.
Group relationships: Argo
Generic synonyms: Constellation

3. Noun. A small box used by ancient Greeks to hold medicines.
Generic synonyms: Box

Definition of Pyxis

1. n. A box; a pyx.

Definition of Pyxis

1. a pyxidium [n PYXIDES] - See also: pyxidium

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pyxis

Python sebae
Python variegatus
pyuria
pyurias
pyx
pyxed
pyxes
Pyxidanthera
Pyxidanthera barbulata
pyxides
pyxidia
pyxidium
pyxie
pyxies
pyxing
pyxis (current term)
pyx chest
pzazz
pzazzes
P and P test
P antigen
p arm of a chromosome
p blood-group system
P cell
P element
P elements
P enzyme
P face
p in biochemistry
p in population genetics

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