Definitions for "Spikelet"
A small or secondary spike; especially, one of the ultimate parts of the in florescence of grasses. See Illust. of Quaking grass.
The base unit of the inflorescence containing one or more flowers in grasses.
the unit of inflorescence in grasses consisting of 2 glumes and 1 or more florets
Keywords:  subdivision, head
Subdivision of the head.