Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mascle
noun
/ˈmæskəl/
Definition
A term from botany referring to the male part of a flower or plant that produces pollen.
Examples
- The mascle of the plant vibrated in the wind, releasing its pollen.
- Botanists studied the distribution of the mascle across different species.
- Without the mascle, the plant would not be able to reproduce sexually.
Meaning
In botanical terminology, a mascle is often associated with male reproductive organs in flowering plants, specifically those that contribute to the fertilization process by providing pollen.
Synonyms
- stamen
- male reproductive organ
- anther
