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antherid

/ˈænθərɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does antherid mean?

noun

The male reproductive organ of a plant, especially a fern or moss, which produces sperm. In some plants, the antherid is a separate structure from the sporophyte.

Example

"The antherid of the fern plant is responsible for producing sperm for fertilization."

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