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Meaning of FRUITING BODY

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  an organ specialized for producing spores
 
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 See Also: acervulus, aecium, ascocarp, basidiocarp, plant organ

 

 

Biology Dictionary
 
 Definition: A macroscopic reproductive structure produced by some fungi (e.g., mushrooms) and some bacteria (e.g., myxobacteria). Fruiting bodies are distinct in size, shape, and coloration for each species.
 

 

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