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sepal

/sɛpəl/ noun · British & US
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What does sepal mean?

noun

A part of a flower, typically green and leaf-like, that protects the petals. In botany, the sepal is a modified leaf that forms the calyx of a flower.

Example

"The sepal of the rose flower is a delicate, green structure that surrounds the petals."

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