zooglea

/zoʊɡliːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A zooglea is a rare or obsolete term referring to a type of fungal spore.

“The researcher studied the properties of zooglea in the ancient plant specimens.”

2. verb

To describe something as zooglea is to say it resembles a fungal spore in appearance or behavior.

“The artist said her new sculpture was zooglea, with its intricate branching patterns.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • spore

Antonyms

  • flower
  • plant