Synonyms for

Pollen

Verb / ˈpɑ:lʌn / Another word for pollen — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the fine powder that comes from the stamens of flowers and is needed for plants to make seeds

Synonyms & similar words

spores pollinosis allergen dander granules polliniferous sporules fertilizer gametes microspores pollinates anthers pistil stamen ovules

Synonyms by register

Formal

anther dust plant sperm

Informal

flower dust bee bread

Literary

golden dust floral powder

Common collocations

  • pollen count
  • pollen allergy
  • pollen grains
  • pollen season
  • pollen tube
  • pollen dispersal
  • collect pollen

Word family

noun pollen

Usage note

Pollen is the fine powdery substance produced by plants, essential for fertilization. It is commonly associated with allergies.

Example sentences

  1. The bee carried the pollen to another flower.
  2. My eyes are itchy because of the pollen in the air.
  3. The pollen is what makes the flowers grow.
  4. The wind carried the pollen from one plant to another.
  5. The pollen from this flower is very yellow.

Quotes

  • "I am the pollen that the breeze blows." - Wu Hsin
  • "Pollen, dust, and other allergens can be found in places you least expect." - Timmy Failure
  • "The pollen from the flowers made me sneeze." - Anonymous

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