allophore

/ˈæləˌfɔr, -ˌfɔrɪ, ˌæləˈfɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A spore-bearing organ in fungi, especially one that produces spores in a ring or other pattern.

“The scientist studied the unique allophore of the rare fungus species.”

2. noun

A component of a spore-bearing organ in fungi, especially one that produces spores in a ring or other pattern.

“The allophore of the fungus played a crucial role in its reproduction cycle.”

Synonyms

  • spore-bearing organ
  • sporophore

Antonyms

  • sporophyte