sɪlˈkwɑː

Definitions

1. noun

A small, flat, boat-shaped coin of ancient Rome.

“The archaeologist discovered an old siliqua among the excavation site’s treasures.”

2. noun

A small, dry, indehiscent fruit, typically a nut or an achene, that splits open to release its seeds, especially a fruit of the genus Silique.

“The siliqua of the wild mustard plant contained several seeds.”