Definition

Describing a type of fruit that produces only one plant from its seeds.

Example

The monogerm fruit is unique because it only yields a single plant.

Conversation

Did you see the new plant I got for my garden?

Yeah, it looks amazing! Is it a monogerm variety?

Exactly! I wanted something that would produce a single strong plant.

That's a great choice! It should thrive well in your garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Monogerm is formed from "mono-" (meaning one) and "germ" (from Latin "germen", meaning sprout or bud). The word refers to something that originates from a single germ or seed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mono-' meaning one and 'germ' meaning sprout — this helps you remember that 'monogerm' refers to something that comes from a single sprout.

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