sporoid

/ˈspɔrɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

Resembling or resembling a spore; resembling a spore in structure or function.

“The sporoid fungi were found in the dense forest ecosystem.”

2. noun

A spore that has begun to grow into a fungus.

“The sporoid growths on the tree trunk were a sign of disease.”

Synonyms

  • fungoid
  • spore-like

Antonyms

  • germinal
  • sporogenous