anther
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The part of a flower's stamen that produces and holds pollen.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Bees brushed against the _____ and carried pollen to the next flower."
Answer: anther
In your own words, what does "anther" mean?
The part of a flower's stamen that produces and holds pollen.
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