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tetradynamous

(tĕtˌrə-dīˈnə-məs)

adjective

Having six stamens, two of which are shorter than the others, as in most plants of the mustard family.

Origin:

Origin: tetra-

Origin: + Greek dunamis, strength; see dynamic

Origin: + -ous

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