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achilary

adjective
achi·​la·​ry | \ (ˈ)ā-¦kī-lə-rē, ə-ˈkī-\

Definition of achilary

: having the labellum or lip of the flower undeveloped or lacking as in some orchids

First Known Use of achilary

circa 1902, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for achilary

a- entry 2 + chil- + -ary

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