Crepis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkriːpɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crepis is a noun meaning (botany) A plant of the genus Crepis in the family Compositae.
Meaning
(botany) A plant of the genus Crepis in the family Compositae.
More Meanings
- (biology) The central spicule of a sponge, upon which silica is deposited.
Example Sentences
Most species of crepis are weeds and all have flowers like small dandelions.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include crampon, composite, creeper, cremnophyte, rhipidium, scobina.
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