What does caryopsis mean?
A type of fruit that has a single seed surrounded by a fleshy pericarp, such as a grain or a nut. In botany, a caryopsis is a specific type of fruit that has a hard rind and a single seed.
Example
"The caryopsis of the wheat grain is an important food source for many animals."
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