Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
funicle
Noun
/ˈfjuː.nɪ.kəl/
Definition
A slender, threadlike structure that connects or supports parts of a plant or an organism.
Examples
- The funicle holds the ovule in place while it develops inside the ovary.
- In some plants, the funicle can vary in length depending on the species.
Meaning
In botany, a funicle is the stalk that attaches an ovule to the ovary, playing a critical role in the reproductive process of flowering plants.
Synonyms
- Stalk
- Attachment
- Connector
