aril

Definitions


[ˈarɪl], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an extra seed covering, typically coloured and hairy or fleshy, e.g. the red fleshy cup around a yew seed


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Origin:
mid 18th century: from modern Latin arillus, of unknown origin; perhaps related to medieval Latin arilli ‘dried grape stones’




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