acervuli
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/əˈsɜrvjʊˌlaɪ/
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/əˈsɜːvjʊˌlaɪ/
(acervulus)
small fungal structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acervulus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acervus,' where 'acervus' meant 'heap' or 'pile.'
Historical Evolution
'acervulus' changed from the Latin word 'acervus' and eventually became the modern English word 'acervulus.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small heap or pile,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small fruiting body in fungi.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, cushion-like fruiting body of certain fungi, typically found in plant tissues.
The acervuli were observed on the surface of the infected leaves.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/17 22:51