Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kex
noun
/kɛks/
Definition
The dry seed head of certain plants, particularly grasses.
Examples
- The kex of the dandelion floated away on a breeze.
- Farmers often notice kex fields after harvest season.
- Children enjoy blowing on the kex to see how far the seeds can travel.
Meaning
In botany, ‘kex’ refers to the stalk of the seed head of plants such as umbellifers and grasses. It is often hollow and can be blown by the wind, aiding in seed dispersal.
Synonyms
- seedhead
- spike
- stem
