World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesAsci
Native Script:Ascus
Pronunciation / Transliteration: ˈaski
"Der Ascus ist das charakteristische Fortpflanzungsorgan von Schlauchpilzen."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
The spore-producing cell in sac fungi (ascomycetes) of sexual reproduction, typically containing four or eight spores.
"Under the microscope, each ascus was clearly visible, containing eight distinct ascospores."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the New Latin ascus, originating from the Ancient Greek askos meaning 'wine-skin' or 'bladder'. The term was adopted in 19th-century mycology to describe the sac-like spore-producing structure found in ascomycete fungi.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Ascus"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Ascus" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
asque
Transliteration: ask
"L'asque contient généralement huit spores."
Asci
Transliteration: ˈaski
Script: Ascus
"Der Ascus ist das charakteristische Fortpflanzungsorgan von Schlauchpilzen."
asco
Transliteration: ˈasko
"L'asco produce spore sessuali nei funghi ascomiceti."
asca
Transliteration: ˈaska
"Cada asca madura libera sus esporas al aire."
asca
Transliteration: ˈaskɐ
"O asco é a célula onde ocorre a cariogamia nos fungos."
एस्कस
Transliteration: eskas
"एस्कस कवक में बीजाणु पैदा करने वाली थैली जैसी संरचना है।"
子囊
Transliteration: zǐ náng
"子囊是子囊菌门真菌产生子囊孢子的细胞。"
자낭
Transliteration: janang
"자낭은 자낭균류의 포자 형성 세포입니다."
子嚢
Transliteration: shinō
"子嚢は子のう菌類の有性胞子を作る袋状の細胞である。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all German termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Ascus"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.