alectorioid

/ælɛktɔːriɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or pertaining to Alectoria, a genus of lichens, or resembling the appearance of a lichen

“The alectorioid growth on the tree’s trunk is a sign of pollution.”

2. noun

A lichen-like growth or appearance

“The alectorioid patches on the wall indicate a problem with the building’s paint.”

Synonyms

  • lichen-like
  • lichenoid

Antonyms

  • lichen-free
  • non-lichenous