rhizopus

/ ˈraɪzəʊpəs /

noun

1. any zygomycetous fungus of the genus Rhizopus , esp R. nigricans , a bread mould

Word History and Origins

Origin of rhizopus¹

C19: New Latin, from rhizo- + Greek pous foot

Example Sentences

Rhizopus necans is sometimes the cause of extensive destruction of bulbs.

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