pollen
/ˈpɒlən/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
来自花朵的细黄色粉末，会导致一些人打喷嚏和过敏
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📰News & Media📚Academic Writing
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“今天的花粉浓度很高，所以我的过敏发作了。”
“蜜蜂将花粉从一朵花带到另一朵花，帮助植物生长。”
Learning Path
▶Full 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.)