What does SEPAL mean?

Parts of Speech

Sepal is a noun.

Definitions

A sepal is one of the usually separate, green parts that surround and protect the flower bud and extend from the base of a flower after it has opened.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈsiː.pəl/

UK: /ˈsɛp.əl/

Origin and Usage

The word sepal comes from the Greek word "skepē" meaning "covering". Sepals are part of the calyx, which is the outermost whorl of a flower. They protect the flower bud and play a role in attracting pollinators by providing a visually appealing display.

Synonyms

None

Related Words

petal, stoma, flora, corol, ovule

Example Sentences

• The sepal protects the flower bud before it blooms.
• The sepal of a rose is usually green.
• The sepal and petal of a flower together make up the perianth.