micelio
mycelium
noun mee-CHEH-lyoh Less Common
Origin: from Greek mykes, 'fungus'
Usage Note
Micelio is the biological term for the root-like network of a fungus, common in mushroom and gardening texts. It's masculine, il micelio, with the plural miceli. The technical register means it rarely surfaces in casual conversation.
Examples
"Il micelio cresce nel terreno."
Natural Translation
The mycelium grows in the soil.
Literal Translation
The mycelium grows in-the soil.
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