ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Ament

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈeɪ.mənt/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Ament is a noun meaning (botany) A catkin or similar inflorescence.

Meaning

(botany) A catkin or similar inflorescence.

More Meanings

  1. A congenital idiot.

Example Sentences

[T]he scales of the ament in the salix rosea, rose-willow, grow into leaves; and produce other kinds of monsters.

Word Forms

Synonyms for ament

Depending on context, synonyms include catkin.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include catkin, capitulescence, capillament, capitulum, capitule, fascicle.

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