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 spadices
 spadix的複數形

 Spa·dix n.; pl. L. Spadices E. Spadixes
 1. Bot. A fleshy spike of flowers, usually inclosed in a leaf called a spathe.
 2. Zool. A special organ of the nautilus, due to a modification of the posterior tentacles.
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 spadix
      n : the fleshy axis of a spike often surrounded by a spathe
      [also: spadices (pl)]

 spadices
      See spadix