What is another word for bolls?
Pronunciation: [bˈɒlz] (IPA) 
Bolls are the protective capsules that hold seeds in plants such as cotton. There are several synonyms for this word, including pods, capsules, husks, shells, and sheaths. Pods are commonly used to describe the encasement of seeds in legumes such as peas and beans. Capsules are also used to describe the enclosing of seeds but are commonly associated with herbs and medicinal plants. Husks, shells, and sheaths are often used to describe the protective layers of grains such as corn or wheat. These synonyms all refer to the protective structures that plants have evolved to ensure successful seed dispersal, and they have been utilized by humans for centuries for food, fiber, and medicine.
