androspore

/ˈændroʊspɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A spore produced by certain fungi of the genus Neurospora.

“The scientist studied the androspore’s role in the life cycle of the fungus.”

2. noun

A spore produced by a male fungus, typically in association with a female fungus, especially in the genus Neurospora.

“The androspore was necessary for the reproduction of the fungus.”

Synonyms

  • conidium
  • spore

Antonyms

  • teleospore