Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nucule
noun
/ˈnjuː.kjuːl/
Definition
A small or diminutive nut-like seed or fruit.
Examples
- The nucule of the plant is often protected by a hard outer layer.
- Botanists studied the nucule to understand its role in seed dispersal.
- Each flower produces several nucules that will develop into seeds.
Meaning
In botany, the term ‘nucule’ refers to a tiny seed that resembles a nut. It is often associated with certain kinds of fruits or seeds that have a hard outer shell.
Synonyms
- Seed
- Nut
- Kernel
