Definition

A structure that supports the female reproductive part of a flower, known as the pistil.

Example

The gynophore of the flower helps elevate the pistil for better pollination.

Conversation

I was reading about flowers and came across the term gynophore today.

Oh really? What does that mean?

It's actually the stalk of a pistil in some plants.

That's interesting! Nature has such unique terms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gynophore is formed from "gyn-" (from Greek "gynē", meaning woman) and "-phore" (from Greek "phoros", meaning bearer). The word refers to a structure that bears or supports the female reproductive organs in certain plants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'gynē' meaning woman and '-phore' meaning bearer — this helps you remember that a gynophore is something that bears the female parts.

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