basidial

/bəˈsɪdiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a basidium, especially in reference to a fungus or its spores.

“The basidial fungi grew in the damp forest.”

2. noun

a spore-bearing organ of a fungus, especially one that produces basidiospores.

“The microscope revealed the intricate details of the basidial structure.”

Synonyms

  • fungal
  • spore-bearing

Antonyms

  • endothelial