pollen
/หpษlษn/
B1 ยท Intermediateโ
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Simple Meaning
a fine yellow powder from flowers that causes some people to sneeze and have allergies.
When to Use
๐ฌDaily Conversation๐ฐNews & Media๐Academic Writing
Intermediate โ can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
โThe pollen count is really high today, so my allergies are acting up.โ
โBees carry pollen from one flower to another to help plants grow.โ
Learning Path
โถFull Definition
A fine granular substance produced in flowers. Technically a collective term for pollen grains (microspores) produced in the anthers of flowering plants. (This specific usage dating from mid 18th century.)
Related Words
Synonyms:
dustsporesallergen
Word Family:
pollinatepollinationpollinator