What is another word for Gramineae?

Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈamɪnˌiː] (IPA)

Gramineae is a term that is used to describe a family of grasses. This family is one of the most diverse and important plant families in the world. It includes over 9,000 species of grasses, which are found in nearly every part of the world. Some of the synonyms for Gramineae include Poaceae, the grass family, and the cereal family. These terms are used interchangeably, and all refer to the same group of plants. Cereal crops, such as wheat, rice, and corn, are a staple food for many people around the world and are all part of the Gramineae family. Understanding the synonyms for Gramineae can be helpful for botanists and anyone interested in agriculture or ecology.

Synonyms for Gramineae:

What are the hypernyms for Gramineae?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Gramineae

I felt no one had a right to plant ivy when I was selling something effective only on the family Gramineae.
"Greener Than You Think"
Ward Moore
It is found in the greatest abundance in certain seeds, in nuts, almonds, and others, in which the starch of the Gramineae is replaced by oil.
"Familiar Letters of Chemistry"
Justus Liebig
The north of Europe, and that portion of Siberia which is situated to the north of the Altai Mountains, have no greater right to the appellation of a region of Gramineae and Coniferae than have the boundless llanos between the Orinoco and the mountain chain of Caraccas, or the pine forests of Mexico.
"COSMOS: A Sketch of the Physical Description of the Universe, Vol. 1"
Alexander von Humboldt

Related words: Gramineae classification, Gramineae scientific classification, Gramineae scientific name, Gramineae taxonomic rank, Gramineae family, Gramineae plant, Gramineae type

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