corm
noun
UK/kɔːm/
US/kɔːrm/
Definitions of corm noun
- Countablebiology
A short, thickened, underground stem of certain plants from which a new stem grows annually.
Saffron is propagated through corms.
Gardeners plant the corms of gladioli to get beautiful flowers.
Hyacinth corms are planted in the fall for spring blooms.