aril Meaning & Definition
/ˈærɪl/
What Does Aril Mean?
Aril is a noun that means A tissue surrounding the seed in certain fruits such as pomegranates.
Aril: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈærɪl/ |
| Plural | arils |
Aril Definition (Noun)
- A tissue surrounding the seed in certain fruits such as pomegranates.
Synonyms of Aril
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Aril synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
aril (plural arils)
Origin of Aril
1785. From New Latin arillus (compare modern French arille and the English doublet arillus), from Medieval Latin arilli. (Can this(+) etymology be sourced?)