What does "primine" mean?
Primine: The outermost of the two integuments of an ovule. Note: This word has been used by some writers to denote the inner integument, which is formed earlier than the outer. Cf. Secundine.
Sources
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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