LEMMATA - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Synonyms

Flowering glume, Lemma

📖 Fun Facts About Lemmata

  • Lemmata are main words or headings in a dictionary or list, like the bold words at the start of each entry.

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "lemmata" comes from Ancient Greek λήμμᾰτᾰ.

🧩 Fun Fact

Ancient Greek had multiple words for concepts English expresses with just one, showing different cultural priorities.