Monocotyledon is a term that describes a specific type of flowering plant. Synonyms for monocotyledon include "monocot," "mono," "monocarpellary," "monocotyledoneae," "unifoliolate," and "monocotyl." These terms can be used interchangeably to refer to plants that possess one embryonic leaf or cotyledon in their seeds. Monocots are characterized by their long, narrow, parallel-veined leaves and lack of true secondary growth, such as woody tissue. Examples of monocots include grasses, lilies, and orchids. Using synonyms for monocotyledon allows for varied language and descriptions when discussing these unique and diverse plants.