word
stamen
STAY-men
ˈsteɪmənListen
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Syllable breakdown
stamen
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Dictionary meaning
The male fertilising organ of a flower, comprising a filament and pollen-producing anther.
History and origin
Latin — 'stamen' (thread).
Examples
- Bees are coated in pollen from the stamens as they feed on nectar.
Common mispronunciations
STAH-menSTAY-man
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