edge-spored
|edge-spored|
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/ɛdʒ-spɔrd/
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/ɛdʒ-spɔːd/
spores at the edge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'edge-spored' originates from the combination of 'edge,' meaning the boundary or outer limit of an area, and 'spored,' referring to the presence of spores.
Historical Evolution
'Edge-spored' is a modern English term formed by combining 'edge' and 'spored' to describe a specific characteristic of certain fungi.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having spores at the edge,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having spores located at the edge of a structure, typically referring to certain types of fungi or plants.
The edge-spored fungus was identified by its unique spore arrangement.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/25 01:16