botryoid Synonyms & Antonyms
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Botryoid as a Noun
A determinate inflorescence, similar to a raceme, taking the form of flowers arranged alongside an axis.
Botryoid as an Adjective
Alternative form of botryoidal.
Word Forms & Grammar
botryoid (plural botryoids)
botryoid (comparative more botryoid, superlative most botryoid)
Origin of Botryoid
Borrowed from New Latin botryoīdēs, borrowed from Ancient Greek βοτρυοειδής (botruoeidḗs), from βότρυς (bótrus, “cluster of grapes”) + -ειδής (-eidḗs). By surface analysis, Ancient Greek βότρυς (bótrus) + -oid, i.e. botry- + -o- + -id.
Quick Facts About Botryoid
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈbɒt.ɹiˌɔɪd/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | A determinate inflorescence, similar to a raceme, taking the form of flowers arranged alongside an axis |
| Plural | botryoids |
| Comparative / superlative | more botryoid, most botryoid |
How to Pronounce Botryoid
Botryoid is pronounced /ˈbɒt.ɹiˌɔɪd/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (bɒt).
Common Questions About Botryoid
Is botryoid a noun or an adjective?
Botryoid is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of botryoid?
The plural of botryoid is botryoids.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of botryoid?
The comparative form is more botryoid and the superlative form is most botryoid.