nonspored

/ˈnɒnˌspɔːrd/ or /ˈnɒnˌspoʊrd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not producing spores, especially in the case of bacteria.

“The nonspored bacteria were isolated for further study.”

2. adjective

Lacking spores or spore-bearing organs.

“The nonspored type of fungi were observed under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • asporogenous
  • sporeless

Antonyms

  • spored
  • sporogenous