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1. (n.) perithecium
the fruiting body of ascomycetous fungi, typically a minute, more or less completely closed, globose or flask-shaped body enclosing the asci.
Etymology: (1825–35; < NL; see peri -, theca , -ium2)
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1. (noun) perithecium
flask-shaped ascocarp
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1. (noun) perithecium
an organ in certain fungi and lichens, surrounding and enveloping the masses of fructification
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