Word
spore
US/ˈspɔɹ/
UK/spˈɔː/
Definition
n. a tiny, seed-like particle that some plants and fungi use to reproduce. It can travel through the air and grow into a new plant or mushroom.
n. a reproductive cell capable of developing into a new individual, typically produced by fungi, plants, or algae. It is often dispersed by wind or water to facilitate reproduction.
Examples
“The mushroom releases millions of spores into the air.”
“During the rainy season, the damp forest floor is covered in a fine layer of spores from the local fungi.”
“Unlike seeds, which contain stored nutrients, a spore is a microscopic reproductive unit that requires specific environmental conditions to germinate and develop into a mature organism.”
Examples
simple
“The mushroom releases millions of spores into the air.”
contextual
“During the rainy season, the damp forest floor is covered in a fine layer of spores from the local fungi.”
complex
“Unlike seeds, which contain stored nutrients, a spore is a microscopic reproductive unit that requires specific environmental conditions to germinate and develop into a mature organism.”
Real-World Examples
“It is also believed that a severe form of aspergillosis may have contributed to Lord Carnarvon's death, possibly resulting from inhaling Aspergillus spores in Tutankhamun's tomb.” “Dormant fungal spores can become airborne when moved or disturbed, which pose health risks to the living, the academics warn.” “The spores attach to the target insect, such as a carpenter ant, and germinate, spreading through the host’s body via long tendrils called mycelia.” Etymology
From New Latin spora, from Ancient Greek σπορά (sporá, “seed”), related to σπόρος (spóros, “sowing”) and σπείρω (speírō, “to sow”). Related to English spread).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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