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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

heterostylous

/ˌhɛtərəˈstaɪləs/ adjective · British & US
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What does heterostylous mean?

adjective

Having two or more distinct styles or forms, especially in flowers, where the styles are of different lengths.

Example

"The heterostylous flowers of the jasmine plant are a unique feature of its reproductive system."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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