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CARYOPSIS

(noun)
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There is 1 meaning of the word Caryopsis.

Caryopsis - as a noun

Dry seed-like fruit produced by the cereal grasses: e.g. wheat, barley, indian corn

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
seed
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The caryopsis is the fruit of the grass family, Poaceae."
"The caryopsis is a one-seeded fruit that does not split open when ripe."
"The caryopsis is composed of three main parts: the bran, endosperm, and germ."
"In some grasses, the caryopsis is tightly enclosed within the lemma and palea."
"During the process of germination, the embryo within the caryopsis develops into a new plant."
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Word Game Points

Is CARYOPSIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, caryopsis is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CARYOPSIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is CARYOPSIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, caryopsis is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CARYOPSIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is CARYOPSIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, caryopsis is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CARYOPSIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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