carpocarpal

/ˌkɑrpəˈkɑrpəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling the carpel, the female reproductive organ of a flower

“The carpocarpal structure of the plant was a subject of interest in botanical research.”

2. noun

a carpocarpal structure, especially one of the parts of a carpel

“The carpocarpal elements of the flower were visible under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • carpellary
  • carpellate

Antonyms

  • staminal
  • staminate