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Definition:

Basidiomycetous is an adjective that refers to a group of fungi belonging to the phylum Basidiomycota, characterized by their reproductive structure called a basidium.

Sense 1:

Part of Speech:

Adjective

Definition:

Relating to or characteristic of basidiomycetes, a large division of fungi including mushrooms, puffballs, and shelf fungi.

Example sentence:

The basidiomycetous mushrooms in the forest create a beautiful display of colors and shapes during autumn.

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Part of Speech:

Noun

Definition:

A fungus belonging to the phylum Basidiomycota.

Example sentence:

Scientists discovered a new basidiomycetous in the rainforest that may have important medicinal properties.

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