stamen
IPA: stˈeɪmʌn
noun
- (botany) In flowering plants, the structure in a flower that produces pollen, typically consisting of an anther and a filament.
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Examples of "stamen" in Sentences
- The stamen of a flower typically consists of a filament and an anther
- The stamen is the male reproductive organ of a flower, responsible for producing pollen
- Bees are attracted to the vibrant colors of a flower's stamen, making them important pollinators
- The stamen plays a crucial role in fertilization by releasing pollen onto the stigma of a flower
- In some flowers, the stamen can be seen protruding from the center, adding to the beauty of the bloom
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