oomycete

/ˈuːmɪsɪtiːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungus, often aquatic, that has a filamentous or branching hyphae structure, typically found in water or damp environments.

“The researcher studied the oomycete’s unique ability to infect plant roots.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • microorganism

Antonyms

  • bacteria