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Term: ascomycetous

Description:

Ascomycetous is an adjective that refers to the taxonomic group Ascomycetes, which comprises a large class of fungi characterized by the formation of reproductive structures called asci.

Senses/Usages:

1. Related to the taxonomic group Ascomycetes:

When used in this sense, ascomycetous describes something that is characteristic of or relates to the fungi belonging to the class Ascomycetes.

Example sentence: The ascomycetous fungi play a crucial role in decomposing organic matter in forest ecosystems.

2. Capable of forming asci:

Ascomycetous can also refer to the ability of a fungus to produce the reproductive structures known as asci.

Example sentence: The ascomycetous yeasts are widely used in the production of alcoholic beverages.

3. Popular usage:

As a term used by experts in mycology, ascomycetous may not have a common and popular usage outside scientific contexts. Therefore, no popular usage example is provided.

4. Local usage:

Ascomycetous is a technical term that is not likely to have a specific local usage as it pertains to scientific classification rather than regional dialects or vernacular.

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