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spathaceous Definition


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spathe
noun
    1. bot.
      A large bract that surrounds and protects the inflorescence or spadix of certain plant families such as the arums and palms.
Derivative: spathaceous
adj
    Derivative: spathed
    adj
      Etymology: 18c: from Latin spatha, from Greek spathe a broad blade.



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