aecial
|ae-ci-al|
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/ˈiːʃəl/
fungal structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aecial' originates from the Greek word 'aikia,' meaning 'injury' or 'harm,' referring to the damage caused by the fungal spores.
Historical Evolution
'aikia' transformed into the Latin term 'aecium,' which eventually became the modern English word 'aecial.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'injury' or 'harm,' but over time it evolved to specifically describe the structure in fungi.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of an aecium, a specialized structure in certain fungi where spores are produced.
The aecial stage of the fungus is crucial for its life cycle.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/16 17:51