Synonyms for

Boll

Verb / bəʊl / Another word for boll — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a rounded seed capsule of plants such as cotton or flax

Synonyms & similar words

capsule pod case husk shell pericarp hull covering envelope wrapping skin coat covering layer sheath enclosure container vessel receptacle

Example sentences

  1. The boll of cotton was full of fluffy white fibers.
  2. The flax boll was harvested and used to make linen.
  3. The farmer needed to collect all of the bolls from the cotton plants before the first frost.
  4. The boll opened, revealing the seeds inside.
  5. The scientists studied the structure of the boll to better understand the plant's reproductive process.

Quotes

  • "I love the smell of freshly picked cotton bolls in the field."
  • "The boll is the key to the cotton plant's success."
  • "The boll is like a treasure chest, full of precious seeds."

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