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theca
Theca (noun) means any of various outer cases or coverings that enclose something.
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1
Any of various outer cases or coverings that enclose something.
2
One of a pair of pollen-producing parts that together form an anther.
3
The pair of cell layers surrounding the base of an ovarian follicle.
4
The sac-like part of the dura mater that encloses the spinal cord and its lower nerve bundle.
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What is the meaning of theca?
"theca" (noun) means any of various outer cases or coverings that enclose something.
What is another word for theca?
Other words for "theca" include sac.
What are the different meanings of theca?
"theca" has 3 main meanings: 1. Any of various outer cases or coverings that enclose something; 2. One of a pair of pollen-producing parts that together form an anther; 3. The pair of cell layers surrounding the base of an ovarian follicle.
