Blastomycete

/ˌblæstəˈmaɪsit/ noun

Definition

A cell or organism belonging to the genus Blastomyces or similar budding fungi.

Etymology

From 'Blastomyces' plus '-ete' (one who produces or is characterized by), used in mycology to describe the organism or its cellular form.

Kelly Says

Blastomycete makes you wonder how invisible enemies operate—this fungus hides harmlessly in soil for thousands of years, waiting for a moment when someone breathes it in to cause serious illness.

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