pollen
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Definition
1.- A fine granular substance produced in flowers. Technically a collective term for pollen grains (microspores) produced in the anthers of flowering plants. (This specific usage dating from mid 18th century.). 2.- Fine powder in general, fine flour. (16th-century usage documented by the OED.). 3.- To cover with, or as if with, pollen.
Pronunciation
/ˈpɑlən/
Explanation
2.- "...and ther was good wyne of Gascoyne,... as well of pollen, as of other vitailes..." Froissart, Jean, 1338?-1410?; Berners, John Bourchier, Lord https//archive.org/details/chroniclefroiss00froigoog.
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- Category: Nature
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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