Pericarp

//ˈpɛɹɪˌkɑɹp//

Word Type

Noun

The word "pericarp" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

pericarpal pericarpic pericarpous

Context

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

cover covering natural covering

Type Of (IsA)

Part Of

Related Terms

endocarp exocarp mesocarp

Related Terms

endocarp exocarp fruit mesocarp ovary skin

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