amphithecium
|am-phi-the-ci-um|
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/ˌæmfɪˈθiːsiəm/
surrounding layer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphithecium' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphi-' meaning 'around' and 'theke' meaning 'case' or 'container'.
Historical Evolution
'amphithecium' was directly borrowed from Greek into scientific Latin, maintaining its original form and meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'around the case', referring to its position in moss sporangia, and this meaning has remained consistent in modern botanical usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a layer of cells in the sporangium of mosses, surrounding the sporogenous tissue.
The amphithecium plays a crucial role in the development of the moss sporangium.
Last updated: 2025/07/23 01:21