pap pose

pap·pose

[pap-ohs]
adjective Botany.
1.
having or forming a pappus.
Also, pap·pous [pap-uhs] .


Origin:
1625–35; papp(us) + -ose1

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pappus (ˈpæpəs) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl pappi
a ring of fine feathery hairs surrounding the fruit in composite plants, such as the thistle; aids dispersal of the fruits by the wind
 
[C18: via New Latin, from Greek pappos grandfather, old man, old man's beard, hence: pappus, down]
 
'pappose
 
adj
 
'pappous
 
adj

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Pap pose is always a great word to know.
So is ort. Does it mean:
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal.
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