loculate

/ˈlɑkjəˌleɪt/
adjective
  1. Divided into or having small compartments or chambers.
    • The loculate ovary of the flower contains multiple ovules.
    • Botanists classify the fruit as loculate because of its internal chambers.
    • The loculate structure of the seed pod helps protect the developing seeds.
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