asporous

/æˈspɔːrəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking spores, especially in the case of fungi.

“The asporous fungus was unable to reproduce.”

2. noun

A fungus that lacks spores, especially one that has lost the ability to produce them.

“The scientist studied the properties of the asporous fungus.”

Synonyms

  • sporangium-less
  • sporeless

Antonyms

  • spore-producing
  • sporogenous