epicarp in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Epicarp: the outermost layer of a fruit's skin, serving as a protective covering.
Crossword clues for epicarp
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "epicarp".
- Outer layer of a fruit's skin.
- Protective covering of some fruits.
- Fruit's skin layer, also known as exocarp.
- First layer of fruit skin you see.
- The skin that protects the fruit inside.
Epicarp sentence examples
- The epicarp of the peach is smooth and fuzzy, providing a protective layer for the fruit inside.
- In botany, the term epicarp refers to the outermost layer of a fruit's skin.
- During the study of plant anatomy, we examined the epicarp of various fruits to understand their protective functions.
- The vibrant colors of the epicarp can often indicate the ripeness of the fruit.
- She carefully peeled the epicarp off the mango to reveal the juicy flesh beneath.