Meaning of the word pollens in English
What does pollens mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pollens
US /ˈpɑːlənz/
UK /ˈpɒlənz/
Plural Noun
fine powdery substance, typically yellow, consisting of microscopic grains discharged from the male part of a flower or from a male cone. Each grain contains a male gamete that can fertilize the female ovule, to which pollen is carried by the wind, insects, or other animals.
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High levels of tree pollens can trigger severe allergic reactions in some people.
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Bees collect pollens to make honey and feed their young.
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