rhizopus

rhizopus Definition

rhi·zo·pus (-pəs)

noun

any of a genus (Rhizopus) of fungi, including the common bread mold and other species that cause various rots

Etymology: ModL < rhizo- + Gr pous, foot

rhizopus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

oligosporus: A mild acidulent, usually vinegar, may be added and a culture containing the fungus Rhizopus oligosporus is then mixed in.

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