English dictionary

spikelet

/'sp/aI/kl/I/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf

noun.plant

Synonyms pricker prickle spine sticker thorn

Source: WordNet 3.0
A small or secondary spike; especially, one of the ultimate parts of the in florescence of grasses. See <i>Illust.</i> of <u>Quaking grass</u>.

noun

Source: webster1913