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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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