amphithecial
|am-phi-the-cial|
/ˌæmfɪˈθiːʃəl/
surrounding layer
Etymology
'amphithecial' originates from the Greek word 'amphi-' meaning 'around' and 'theke' meaning 'case' or 'container'.
The term 'amphithecial' was derived from the Greek 'amphithekion', which referred to a surrounding case or layer, and was adopted into scientific terminology to describe certain botanical structures.
Initially, it referred to a surrounding case or layer in botanical contexts, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling an amphithecium, which is a layer of cells in certain mosses and liverworts.
The amphithecial layer is crucial for the development of the spore capsule.
Last updated: 2025/07/23 01:06