arillode

/ ˈærɪˌləʊd /

noun

1. a structure in certain seeds that resembles an aril but is developed from the micropyle of the ovule

Word History and Origins

Origin of arillode¹

C19: from _aril + _-ode ¹

Example Sentences

This arillode, after growing downwards, may be reflected upwards so as to cover the micropyle.

From Project Gutenberg