Spore

Pronunciation: /ˈspɔːr/

Spore (noun)

  1. A tiny cell that can grow into a new plant or fungus.
  2. A reproductive unit in fungi that can survive in harsh conditions.

Examples

  • A spore can develop into a new organism under the right conditions.
  • Spores are essential for the reproduction of many fungi.

Common collocations: release spores, germinate spores, produce spores, disperse spores

Synonyms of Spore

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