diaspore

/daɪˈæspɔr, daɪˈæspɔər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of mineral, particularly a silicate, that forms a group of isomorphous minerals.

“The geologist studied the properties of various diasporic minerals in the region.”

2. noun

A seed pod or fruit that opens to disperse seeds, especially in the plant genus Diaspyros.

“The diaspore of the lotus tree contained many seeds that were dispersed by wind.”

Synonyms

  • fruit
  • mineral
  • seed pod

Antonyms

  • endosporic
  • endozoic