Meaning of the word cotyledon in English
What does cotyledon mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cotyledon
US /ˌkɑː.t̬əˈliː.dən/
UK /ˌkɒt.ɪˈliː.dən/
Noun
an embryonic leaf in seed-bearing plants, one or more of which are the first leaves to appear from a germinating seed
Example:
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The pea plant has two cotyledons.
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Monocot plants have one cotyledon, while dicot plants have two.