amaroid

/ˌæməˈroɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungus, especially a species of the genus Armillaria, producing a ring or ring-like structure around the base of trees.

“The amaroid fungus was found to be killing the local tree population.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • mushroom

Antonyms

  • bark
  • tree