zoospore
/ˈzoʊsoʊspɔr/Definitions
1. noun
A spore that is produced by certain flagellate protists, such as algae and protozoa, and is capable of motility.
“The zoospore was able to move through the water using its flagellum.”
2. noun
A spore that is capable of growing into an alga or other aquatic plant.
“The zoospore developed into a complex algae colony over time.”