trigynian

/ˌtraɪˈɡaɪniən/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having three carpels or pistils; having a tricarpellary ovary.

“Some species of plants are trigynian, having three distinct female reproductive organs.”

2. noun

A plant with a tricarpellary ovary.

“The biologist studied the trigynian plant, noting its unique reproductive structure.”

Synonyms

  • tricarpellary
  • trigynous

Antonyms

  • monocarpous
  • unisexual