English Explanatory Dictionary

aculeus

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sharp spike or other projection growing on a plant, as in some brambles and roses.
  2. A sting.

Pronunciation

/əˈkjuː.lɪ.əs/ /əˈkju.li.əs/

Word forms

aculeus aculei

Etymology

From Latin aculeus.

Derived words

aculeate subaculear
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