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Carpel Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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carpel

[ˈkɑːpəl ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

botany

The female reproductive organ of a flower, consisting of an ovary, style, and stigma.

Synonyms

pistil.

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Word Description / Examples
carpel

This seems to be a repeated entry. It would have the same context and examples as the first one.

  • This example is redundant with the above entry for 'carpel'.
pistil

Appropriate when discussing the entire female reproductive part of a flower, which may consist of one or more carpels.

  • The pistil is often located at the center of the flower.
  • A single flower can have one pistil made up of multiple carpels.

Examples of usage

  • The carpel is the part of the flower that contains the ovules.
  • The carpel plays a crucial role in the pollination process.
Context #2 | Noun

botany

A simple pistil, typically consisting of a single ovary, style, and stigma.

Examples of usage

  • This flower has a single carpel.
  • The carpel is the female part of the flower.

Translations

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Origin of 'carpel'

The word 'carpel' originates from the Latin word 'carpere' meaning 'to pluck'. It was first used in the early 19th century in the field of botany to describe the female reproductive organ of a flower. The concept of carpels has been fundamental in the study of plant reproduction and has contributed to our understanding of floral biology.

See also: carpenter.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,733 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.