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Corolla

The inner envelope of a flower; the part which surrounds the organs of fructification, consisting of one or more leaves, called petals. It is usually distinguished from the calyx by the fineness of its texture and the gayness of its colors. See the Note under Blossom.

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Coil 76% connected

To wind cylindrically or spirally; as, to coil a rope when not in use; the snake coiled itself before springing.

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Curl 76% connected

To twist or form into ringlets; to crisp, as the hair.

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Gyre 76% connected

A circular motion, or a circle described by a moving body; a turn or revolution; a circuit.

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Ringlet 76% connected

A small ring; a small circle; specifically, a fairy ring.

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Roll 76% connected

To cause to revolve by turning over and over; to move by turning on an axis; to impel forward by causing to turn over and over on a supporting surfac…

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Scroll 76% connected

A roll of paper or parchment; a writing formed into a roll; a schedule; a list.

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Whorl 76% connected

A circle of two or more leaves, flowers, or other organs, about the same part or joint of a stem.

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Chlamys 70% connected

A loose and flowing outer garment, worn by the ancient Greeks; a kind of cloak.

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Perianth 70% connected

The leaves of a flower generally, especially when the calyx and corolla are not readily distinguished.

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Perigone 70% connected

Any organ inclosing the essential organs of a flower; a perianth.

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Perigonium 70% connected

Same as Perigone.

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Corona 70% connected

A crown or garland bestowed among the Romans as a reward for distinguished services.

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Petal 70% connected

One of the leaves of the corolla, or the colored leaves of a flower. See Corolla, and Illust. of Flower.

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