nectary

Meanings

• noun

  A nectary is a specialized gland or organ in a flower that secretes nectar, which attracts insects for pollination.

  - "The nectary at the base of the flower releases a sweet nectar to attract bees."
  - "The hummingbird feeds on the nectar of the red rose."

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Variants

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nectaries , nectary

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'nectar' meaning 'sweet liquid'.

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Trivia

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1. Nectar is not only used by insects for pollination, but it is also an important food source for some birds and bats.

2. The color and scent of nectar can vary greatly between different types of flowers, attracting specific types of pollinators.

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Related Concepts

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1. pollination: The process of transferring pollen from the anther of a flower to the stigma, which results in fertilization and the development of fruit and seeds.

2. insect: A multilegged invertebrate animal, typically having a segmented body, three pairs of jointed legs, and a pair of antennae.

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Culture

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In literature, the nectary is often used as a metaphor for a source of sweetness or pleasure. In art, flowers with prominent nectaries are often depicted in still life paintings.

How to Memorize "nectary"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a flower with a sweet, sticky substance at its base. This is the nectary.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nectary' with the word 'sweet' or 'honey' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'Nectary' starts with the same letter as 'Nectar'.

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