| 单词 | calyx |
| 释义 | Word Frequency calyx(ˈkeɪlɪks, ˈkælɪks) nounWord forms: plural calyxes or calyces (ˈkælɪˌsiːz, ˈkeɪlɪ-) 1. the sepals of a flower collectively, forming the outer floral envelope that protects the developing flower bud Compare corolla 2. any cup-shaped cavity or structure, esp any of the divisions of the human kidney (renal calyx) that form the renal pelvis Derived forms calycate (ˈkælɪˌkeɪt) adjective Word origin C17: from Latin, from Greek kalux shell, from kaluptein to cover, hide |
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