Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

phialide

Noun

/ˈfaɪəlaɪd/

Definition

A phialide is a specialized structure found in certain fungi that produces and releases spores.

Examples

The phialide of the fungus was examined under a microscope to study its spore production.
Researchers identified the phialide structure as key to understanding the life cycle of the mold.

Meaning

The term phialide comes from the Greek word ‘phiala’, meaning a small container or vial. In mycology, it refers to a particular cell type that is crucial for the reproduction of some fungal species.