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androecia

/ˌændroʊˈɛksiə/ noun · British & US
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What does androecia mean?

noun

In botany, the male reproductive organs of a plant, especially the stamens and anthers. In zoology, the male reproductive organs of an animal, especially the testes and epididymis.

Example

"The androecia of the orchid were a striking feature of the flower."

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