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calyx Synonyms

Another word for calyx

Choosing another word for calyx depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The outermost whorl of a flower, consisting of sepals that typically enclose and protect the petals during the bud stage.

Usage Example

"As the rosebud swelled, the green perianth peeled back to reveal the brilliant crimson petals inside."

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perianth
whorl
husk

• noun (Context 2)

A cup-like anatomical cavity or structure, particularly one of the funnel-shaped recesses in the kidney that collects urine.

Usage Example

"A kidney stone can cause severe localized pain if it becomes lodged within a renal cavity."

Weak
cavity
recess
cup

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Calyx. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/calyx
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