Definition

Describing a plant or part of a plant that does not produce any fruit.

Example

The acarpous plant failed to produce any seeds throughout its life cycle.

Conversation

Did you know some plants are acarpous?

Really? What does that mean exactly?

It means they don't produce any fruit at all.

That's interesting! I guess they focus on other ways to survive.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Acarpous → It is formed from "a-" (meaning without) and "karpos" (from Greek, meaning fruit). The word "acarpous" describes something that is without fruit or barren.

Memory Tip

Think of 'without' ('a-') and 'fruit' ('karpos') to remember that 'acarpous' means lacking fruit.

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