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.”