/ˌgræmɪˈniːi, ˌɡræ-/ (GRAM-ih-NEE, GRAH-), /ɡreɪˈmiːniː/

Definitions

1. noun

A large and diverse family of flowering plants (family Poaceae) that includes grasses, bamboos, and cereal crops.

“The botanical garden has an extensive collection of Gramineae species.”

2. noun

A suborder of flowering plants (suborder Gramineae), which includes the family Poaceae.

“The new research focused on the Gramineae suborder and its various plant species.”

3. adjective

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the Gramineae.

“The Gramineae architecture of the ancient temple is still a topic of debate among historians.”