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Honey Gland (Noun)

Meaning

A gland (often a protuberance or depression) that secretes nectar.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Examples

  • Bees collect nectar from flowers that have honey glands, and then process the substance to produce honey.
  • Plants with honey glands are often more attractive to pollinators because of their easily accessible nectar.
  • Butterflies visit flowers with well-developed honey glands to feed on nectar.
  • The flower's honey gland was too shallow for the bee to reach the nectar comfortably.
  • Many types of flowers have noticeable honey glands for pollinators like bees and butterflies to gather nectar.

Synonyms

  • Nectary

Hypernyms

  • Plant Organ
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