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chlamydospore

/klæmɪˈdɒspɔːr/ noun · British & US
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What does chlamydospore mean?

noun

A type of asexual spore produced by certain fungi, typically in a resting state, and capable of germinating into a new individual. In mycology, chlamydospores are often used for the identification and classification of fungi.

Example

"The mycologist examined the fungal specimen under a microscope, noting the presence of chlamydospores that indicated its species."

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