Sentences

nectary in a sentence

n.

Definition

Nectary: a specialized gland in plants that secretes nectar to attract pollinators.

Sample Sentences

  1. The nectar produced in the nectary attracts various pollinators to the flowering plant.
  2. In botany, a nectary is a specialized gland that secretes sugary fluid to entice insects.
  3. Bees are particularly drawn to the bright blooms, where they find abundant food in the nectary.
  4. Some species have evolved to have hidden nectaries, making pollination a more exclusive affair.
  5. The study of plant-nectar interactions reveals fascinating insights into ecology and evolution.

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