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View synonyms for sarcocarp
sarcocarp
[ sahr-koh-kahrp ]
noun
, Botany.
- the fleshy mesocarp of certain fruits, as the peach.
- any fruit of fleshy consistency.
sarcocarp
/ ˈsɑːkəʊˌkɑːp /
noun
- the fleshy mesocarp of such fruits as the peach or plum
- any fleshy fruit
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Origin of sarcocarp1
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Example Sentences
The second way is called the wet method; the sarcocarp is removed by machine, and two wet, slimy seed packets are obtained.
From Project Gutenberg
Drupe with a 2-valved deciduous sarcocarp, or rind; and a deeply-wrinkled putamen or shell.
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