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Calvatia Gigantea

Definition:

Calvatia gigantea, commonly known as the giant puffball, is a species of fungus in the family Agaricaceae. It is characterized by its enormous size, round shape, and edible flesh when young.

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A type of fungus

Example sentence:

The calvatia gigantea grows in forests and meadows around the world.

Sense 2:

The fruiting body of the fungus

Example sentence:

We found a beautiful calvatia gigantea in the field, and decided to cook it for dinner.

Sense 3:

An edible fungus when young

Example sentence:

The calvatia gigantea can be sliced and sautéed for a delicious mushroom dish.

Sense 4:

An ingredient in traditional medicine

Example sentence:

In some cultures, calvatia gigantea has been used for its medicinal properties for centuries.

Sense 5:

A subject of scientific study

Example sentence:

Researchers are investigating the genetic makeup of calvatia gigantea to understand its unique properties.