\ ˈterə̇s, ˈtir- \
Definition of Pteris
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: a genus of coarse ferns (family Polypodiaceae) having variously divided or rarely simple fronds with a marginal linear continuous sorus and an indusium composed of the reflexed margin of the frond — see pteridium
-pteris
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| \ pt(ə)rə̇s \
Definition of -pteris (Entry 2 of 2)
: fern
—in generic names GlossopterisOrnithopteris
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“Pteris.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Pteris. Accessed 30 Jun. 2022.
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