amphisporangiate
|am-phi-spo-ran-gi-ate|
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/ˌæmfɪˈspɔːrændʒiət/
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/ˌæmfɪˈspɒrændʒiət/
having both spore types
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphisporangiate' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphi-' meaning 'both' and 'sporangium' meaning 'spore case'.
Historical Evolution
'amphi-' combined with 'sporangium' in scientific Latin to form 'amphisporangiate'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having both types of spore cases', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having both male and female sporangia.
The plant is amphisporangiate, producing both types of spores.
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Last updated: 2025/07/22 18:51