phaeoplast

/ˈfeɪoʊplæst/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of algae

“The researcher studied the phaeoplasts in the lake’s water samples.”

2. noun

In botany, a type of chloroplast lacking a pyrenoid

“The scientist examined the phaeoplasts of the plant cells under a microscope.”

Synonyms

  • algae
  • chloroplast

Antonyms

  • kelp
  • seaweed