bract

[US]/brækt/
[UK]/brakht/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A modified leaf, especially one that subtends a flower or inflorescence.; In botany, a bract is a modified leaf, typically smaller than the other leaves on the plant, and located close to a flower or cluster of flowers.
Word Forms
Pluralbracts

Phrases & Collocations

bract structure

modified bract

bract color

show bracts

large bract

bract size

identify bract

study bracts

bract function

bract arrangement

Example Sentences

the bract of the flower is often colorful and attractive.

some plants have bracts that resemble petals.

bracts can serve to protect the flower buds.

in many species, the bract is larger than the actual flower.

the bract plays a crucial role in attracting pollinators.

some bracts are modified leaves that provide support.

the unique shape of the bract can help with identification.

bracts can vary greatly in size and color among different species.

some gardeners choose plants with striking bracts for decoration.

the bract often falls off after the flower has bloomed.

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