bombacaceous

/ˌbɒmbəˈkeɪʃəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Of or relating to the bombacoid trees or their flowers

“The bombacaceous flowers bloomed in the spring.”

2. adjective

Having a pod or capsule that bursts open to release seeds

“The seed pods of the bombacaceous plant exploded in the heat.”

Synonyms

  • bombacoid
  • kapok

Antonyms

  • barren
  • infertile