Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Glume.
Glume - as a noun
Small dry membranous bract found in inflorescences of gramineae and cyperaceae
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bract9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The glume is a protective covering of a flower bud."
"In grasses, the glume is the lowermost bract of the spikelet."
"Some grass species have glumes that are brightly colored."
"The glume of wheat is usually long and narrow."
"The glumes of certain grasses can be used for weaving."
Word Game Points
Is GLUME a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, glume is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
GLUME has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is GLUME a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, glume is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordGLUME has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is GLUME a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, glume is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordGLUME has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
