pollination
noun/ˌpɑləˈneɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #13,359 most common English word
Meaning
the process by which pollen is transferred to a plant's flower, enabling fertilization and seed production.
Example sentence
Bees play a crucial role in pollination by transferring pollen from flower to flower.
Synonyms & related words
- fertilization
- cross-pollination
- seeding
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