Definition

A type of flower cluster that is long and thin, often seen in trees and plants, where the flowers are not individually noticeable.

Example

The willow tree was adorned with beautiful aments in the spring.

Conversation

I read an article about how people often misunderstand the term ament in discussions.

Really? I didn't even know what that word meant until now.

Yeah, it refers to someone with severely deficient intellectual capacity.

That’s interesting! I’ll have to look it up to learn more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'ament' originates from Latin 'amentum' (meaning a strap or thong), which refers to a part of a bow used to hold the arrow. It describes a specific component related to archery.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'strap' or 'thong' that holds something in place — that's what 'ament' refers to in the context of archery.

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