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genus entomophthora

 

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Noun genus entomophthora has 1 sense
  1. Entomophthora, genus Entomophthora - type genus of the Entomophthoraceae; fungi parasitic on insects
    --1 is a kind of fungus genus
    --1 is a member of Entomophthoraceae, family Entomophthoraceae

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Genus Entomophthora

Description:

The genus Entomophthora refers to a group of fungi that primarily infect insects. As a parasitic fungus, it targets various insect species, eventually leading to their death. This genus belongs to the family Entomophthoraceae.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A taxonomic category that classifies certain species of fungi.

Example: The genus Entomophthora includes several species responsible for insect diseases.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Noun: The study of fungi within the genus Entomophthora.

Example: My research focuses on the entomopathogenic properties of the genus Entomophthora.

Usage 2:

Adjective: Referring to something related to or belonging to the genus Entomophthora.

Example: The entomophthoran fungi exhibit diverse life cycle patterns.

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