Calyx and Shell

Calyx noun - (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.

Shell and calyx are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shell" instead a noun "Calyx".

Shell noun - Something that encloses another thing especially to protect it.

Calyx and shell are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Calyx" instead a noun "Shell".

Nearby Words: shelling, shelled