noun
pileus
Pileus (noun) means the cap of a mushroom.
noun
1
The cap of a mushroom.
2
The bell of a jellyfish.
3
A small thin cloud attached to a cumulus cloud.
4
A conical felt hat worn in Ancient Rome and Greece.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “pileus”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin pīleus, a form of pilleus (“a felt cap”).
Rhymes for pileus
See all rhymes for pileus →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of pileus?
"pileus" (noun) means the cap of a mushroom.
What are the different meanings of pileus?
"pileus" has 3 main meanings: 1. The cap of a mushroom; 2. The bell of a jellyfish; 3. A small thin cloud attached to a cumulus cloud.