bulbil Meaning & Definition
What Does Bulbil Mean?
Bulbil is used as a noun meaning A bulb-shaped bud in the place of a flower or in a leaf axil. It can also mean A small hollow bulb, such as an enlargement in a small vessel or tube.
Word Facts for Bulbil
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | bulblet |
| Plural | bulbils |
Bulbil Definition (Noun)
- A bulb-shaped bud in the place of a flower or in a leaf axil.
- A small hollow bulb, such as an enlargement in a small vessel or tube.
Synonyms of Bulbil
Bulbil synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
bulbil (plural bulbils)
Words That Rhyme With Bulbil
Origin of Bulbil
From Spanish bulbillo, from the diminutive form of Latin bulbus, from Ancient Greek βολβός (bolbós, “plant with round swelling on underground stem”).
Questions People Ask About Bulbil
What part of speech is bulbil?
Bulbil is a noun.
What is another word for bulbil?
Close synonyms of bulbil are bulblet. See the full list of bulbil synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of bulbil?
The plural of bulbil is bulbils.