English dictionary

capitulum

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a dense cluster of flowers or foliage

noun.plant

Synonyms head

Source: WordNet 3.0
fruiting spike of a cereal plant especially corn

noun.plant

Synonyms ear spike

Source: WordNet 3.0
an arrangement of leafy branches forming the top or head of a tree

noun.plant

Source: WordNet 3.0
A thick head of flowers on a very short axis, as a clover top, or a dandelion; a composite flower. A capitulum may be either globular or flat.

noun

Source: webster1913