glume

[US]/ɡluːm/
[UK]/ɡlum/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a protective bract or scale at the base of a flower or spikelet in grasses and some other plants; the outer husk or covering of a seed or fruit
Word Forms
Pluralglumes

Phrases & Collocations

glume length

glume morphology

glume structure

glume color

glume development

glume position

glume size

glume characteristics

glume attachment

glume features

Example Sentences

the glume protects the developing seeds.

glume morphology varies among different grass species.

researchers study the glume for agricultural improvements.

the glume is an important part of the plant's anatomy.

understanding glume structure can enhance crop yield.

the glume serves as a protective layer for grains.

in some species, the glume is particularly tough.

glume length is a key trait in plant breeding.

farmers often look for glume characteristics in seeds.

glume color can indicate the health of the plant.

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