appress

/ˈæprɛs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungus, specifically a genus of fungi that are parasitic or saprobic, especially on mosses, lichens, and fungi.

“The appressa genus was found to have a significant impact on the local ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • parasite

Antonyms

  • benefactor
  • nourisher