thielavia

/θaɪˈleɪviə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of fungi belonging to the family Chaetomiaceae.

“The mycologist studied the characteristics of the Thielavia species.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling Thielavia.

“The thielavia-like fungus was discovered in the forest.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • mold

Antonyms

  • bacterium
  • plant