mycelial

/maɪˈsɪliəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling mycelium, especially in being fibrous or branching.

“The mycelial network beneath the forest floor plays a crucial role in the ecosystem.”

2. noun

a part or aspect of mycelium, especially a branching or fibrous part.

“The mycelial strands spread rapidly through the decaying wood.”

3. adverb

in a way that resembles mycelium, especially in being fibrous or branching.

“The mycelial growths were spreading mycelially across the surface of the soil.”

Synonyms

  • filamentous
  • fungal

Antonyms

  • non-filamentous
  • sessile