aeciospore
|ae-ci-o-spore|
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/ˈiːsiəˌspɔːr/
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/ˈiːsiəˌspɔː/
spore in rust fungi
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aeciospore' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aikia,' where 'aik-' meant 'injury' and '-spore' refers to 'seed or spore.'
Historical Evolution
'aikia' transformed into the scientific term 'aeciospore' used in mycology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a type of spore causing injury to plants, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of spore produced in the aecium of rust fungi, which is part of the life cycle of these fungi.
The aeciospore is crucial for the propagation of rust fungi.
Last updated: 2025/05/16 20:06