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· Ancient Greek
κάλυξ
3 English words descend from Ancient Greek
κάλυξ
, most common first.
calyx
The outermost whorl of flower parts, comprising the sepals, which covers and protects the petals as they develop.
calyceraceous
Of or relating to the Calyceraceae.
calyci-
Calyx, bud, or cup of a flower or nut.