"sphaerocyst" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: sphaerocysts [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} sphaerocyst (plural sphaerocysts)
  1. (mycology) A rounded cell, found in clusters within the trama of some mushrooms. Categories (topical): Mycology Synonyms: spherocyst
    Sense id: en-sphaerocyst-en-noun-VzdyOMSX Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: biology, mycology, natural-sciences

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