Omphalode
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Omphalode is a noun meaning (botany, obsolete) The central part of the hilum of a seed, through which the nutrient vessels pass into the raphe or chalaza.
Meaning
(botany, obsolete) The central part of the hilum of a seed, through which the nutrient vessels pass into the raphe or chalaza.
Word Forms
- omphalodes
Synonyms for omphalode
Depending on context, synonyms include omphalodium.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hilum, umbilicus, endostome, micropyle, strophiole, hypophyll.
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