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sporophore

/ˌspɒrəˈfɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does sporophore mean?

noun

The fruiting body of a fungus, typically containing spores, especially one that bears the spores of a basidiomycete.

Example

"The sporophore of the mushroom was a vibrant shade of orange."

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