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pertusariaceae

 

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Noun pertusariaceae has 1 sense
  1. Pertusariaceae, family Pertusariaceae - a fungus family of division Lichenes
    --1 is a kind of fungus family
    --1 is a member of Lichenes, division Lichenes
    --1 has members: Pertusaria, genus Pertusaria

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pertusariaceae

Definition: Pertusariaceae is a family of lichen-forming fungi, commonly known as the shield lichen family. These fungi have distinctive crust-like thalli and are widely distributed throughout the world.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A family of lichen-forming fungi that is characterized by its shield-like appearance.

Example sentence: The pertusariaceae family includes several species of lichens that can be found on trees, rocks, and even buildings.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Pertaining to or characteristic of the Pertusariaceae family of fungi.

Example sentence: The pertusariaceae species has unique reproductive structures that distinguish it from other lichen families.

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