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Meaning of bird's nest fungus | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

Any of the fungi of the family Nidulariaceae, or of the former order Nidulariales.

Examples

“The Bird's nest fungi are related to puffballs.”
“The bird's-nest fungus resembles a miniature bird's nest complete with “eggs.” The eggs (periodioles) are actually spore packages, which rupture to release the reproductive cells.”
“The egg dispersal mechanics of the bird's nest fungus are as amazing as its appearance.”
“Bird's nest fungi are funky and fascinating; they look for all the world like tiny bird nests.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.

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