calix

[ key-liks, kal-iks ]

noun

, plural cal·i·ces [kal, -i-seez].

1. Literary. a cup or chalice, especially one used ceremonially.
2. Anatomy, Biology. calyx ( def ).

calix

/ ˈkæ-; ˈkeɪlɪks /

noun

1. a cup; chalice

Word History and Origins

Origin of calix¹

First recorded in 1700–10; from Latin; chalice

Word History and Origins

Origin of calix¹

C18: from Latin: chalice

Example Sentences

Accipite commedite ex hoc omnes 145 hic est enim calix sanguinis mei novi.

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The lurid colouring of the young leaves is recalled in the flower-stems and calix, and enhances the colour effect of the whole.

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The clove used for domestic purposes is the calix and flower-bud of a plant belonging to the order of Myrtaceæ.

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The capsule is sometimes shorter and sometimes longer than the calix, on the same plant, in Andrés specimens.

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The inscription says, Calix ejus inebrians quant prclarus est.

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