noun
vitellus
Vitellus (noun) means the yolk, or contents, of an egg.
noun
1
The yolk, or contents, of an egg.
2
The perisperm of a seed at an early stage of development.
3
An oily coating found on the spores of the Lycopodium plant.
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Etymology
From Latin vitellus (“the yolk of an egg”), making it a doublet of veal.
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What is the meaning of vitellus?
"vitellus" (noun) means the yolk, or contents, of an egg.
What is another word for vitellus?
Other words for "vitellus" include yolk.
What are the different meanings of vitellus?
"vitellus" has 3 main meanings: 1. The yolk, or contents, of an egg; 2. The perisperm of a seed at an early stage of development; 3. An oily coating found on the spores of the Lycopodium plant.
