discoidea

/dɪsˈkɔɪdiːə/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or having a disc-shaped head or a flat, rounded body

“The discoidea fungus was discovered in the forest, and its unique shape caught the scientist’s attention.”

2. noun

a type of fungus or mushroom with a disc-shaped head or a flat, rounded body

“The discoidea mushroom was found to have medicinal properties, and researchers are studying its effects.”

Synonyms

  • discoid
  • flat-capped

Antonyms

  • globular
  • spherical