pentremite

/pɛnˈtrɛmɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A pentremite is a type of fungus that breaks down organic matter, similar to an earthworm.

“The forest floor’s ecosystem relies on the pentremites to decompose the dead plant material.”

Synonyms

  • decomposer
  • fungus

Antonyms

  • organism
  • producer