pollination
|pol-li-na-tion|
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/ˌpɑːləˈneɪʃən/
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/ˌpɒlɪˈneɪʃən/
transfer of pollen
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pollination' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'pollinatio,' where 'pollen' meant 'fine flour or dust.'
Historical Evolution
'pollinatio' transformed into the French word 'pollination,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pollination' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the act of dusting with pollen,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the process of transferring pollen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the transfer of pollen from the male part of a plant to the female part, enabling fertilization and reproduction.
Bees play a crucial role in the pollination of many crops.
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Last updated: 2025/05/26 15:52