penaea

/piːˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of extinct genus of flowering plants, known as Penaeaceae, which is a family of plants within the order Myrtales.

“The penaea family of plants was found in fossil records dating back to the Paleogene period.”

2. noun

In some cultures, a type of ancient wine jar.

“The archaeologists discovered an ancient penaea in the ruins of the ancient city.”

Synonyms

  • ancient vessel
  • extinct plant

Antonyms

  • contemporary vessel
  • modern plant