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Apothecium

Definition:

An apothecium is a fruiting body or ascocarp of certain fungi, typically cup-shaped, that produces and releases spores. It is an important structure for reproduction in various fungal species.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A cup-shaped fruiting body of certain fungi.

Usages:

1. The apothecium of the mushroom releases spores into the environment.

Sample sentence:

The apothecia on the forest floor showcased a beautiful display of various cup-shaped fungi.

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