Pappus in Tagalog

What is the translation of word Pappus in Tagalog/Filipino ?

Meaning of   Pappus in Tagalog is : papus

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Defenition of word Pappus

  • the tuft of hairs on each seed of thistles, dandelions, and similar plants that assists dispersal by the wind.
  • ( fl. circa ad 300–350 ) , Greek mathematician; known as Pappus of Alexandria . His Collection of six books (another two are missing) is the principal source of knowledge of the mathematics of his predecessors.

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Other meanings of Pappus

Examples

The achenes are terete, narrowed at the base, 5 x 0 • 7 mm, ribbed and black, with a basal tuft of hairs and a pappus consisting of five ovate, petal-like scales.