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ALL meanings of elaiosome

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  • noun elaiosome (botany) fleshy structure rich in lipids attached to the seeds of many plant species, usually to attract ants that disperse the seeds. 0
  • noun elaiosome an oil-rich body on seeds or fruits that attracts ants, which act as dispersal agents 0
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