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perianth

noun peri·anth \ ˈper-ē-ˌan(t)th \

Definition of perianth

: the floral structure comprised of the calyx and corolla especially when the two whorls are fused — see flower illustration

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Origin and Etymology of perianth

New Latin perianthium, from peri- + Greek anthos flower — more at anthology

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