Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
telial
Adjective
/ˈtiːliəl/
Definition
Relating to a telium, which is a spore-producing structure found in some rust fungi.
Examples
- The telial stage of the fungus is crucial for its reproductive cycle.
- Researchers studied the telial structures to better understand the life cycle of rust pathogens.
Meaning
The term ‘telial’ describes anything that pertains to the telium, particularly in the context of certain fungi that produce spores in a specific type of structure.
Synonyms
- Spore-forming
- Fungal reproductive
- Rust-producing
