monocot

/ˈmɒnəkɒt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of plant that produces one cotyledon (seed leaf) in its seedling stage, characterized by having flowers and leaves with parallel veins.

“The monocot family includes plants such as grasses and lilies.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of monocots.

“Monocot leaves often have parallel veins.”

Synonyms

  • one-cotyledonous
  • one-leafed

Antonyms

  • dicot
  • two-leafed