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1. (n.) calyx
the outermost group of floral parts; the sepals collectively.
2. calyx
Anat., Zool. a cuplike part.
Etymology: (1665–75; < L < Gk kályx husk, covering )
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1. (noun) calyx
(botany) the whorl of sepals of a flower collectively forming the outer floral envelope or layer of the perianth enclosing and supporting the developing bud; usually green
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1. (noun) calyx
the covering of a flower. See Flower
2. (noun) calyx
a cuplike division of the pelvis of the kidney, which surrounds one or more of the renal papillae
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