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rhizomorph

/ˈraɪ.zə.mɔːf/

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noun

/ˈraɪ.zə.mɔːf/C2formalscientific
  • ruКорнеподобная структура, состоящая из плотной массы грибных гиф, характерная для многих грибов.

A root-like structure composed of a dense mass of fungal hyphae, characteristic of many fungi.

  1. Fungal root-like structureC2formalscientific

    A dense, root-like aggregation of fungal hyphae that functions in nutrient transport and survival, commonly found in certain fungi.

    ruКорневидная структура гриба

    • The honey fungus spreads through the soil via dark, branching rhizomorphs.
    • Rhizomorphs allow the fungus to travel long distances in search of food.
    • Under the bark, the rhizomorphs of the fungus were clearly visible.
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