gossypose

/gɒsɪˈpoʊz/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of shrub, especially one of the genus Hibiscus or the cotton plant.

“The farmer grew gossypose for its seeds.”

2. verb

to produce or cause to grow gossypose, especially for its seeds or fibers.

“The region is gossypose for its warm climate.”

Synonyms

  • cotton plant
  • hemp

Antonyms

  • silk plant
  • wool plant