Meaning of the word hypha in English
What does hypha mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hypha
US /ˈhaɪfə/
UK /ˈhaɪfə/
Noun
each of the branching filaments that make up the mycelium of a fungus
Example:
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The fungal hypha penetrates the plant cell wall to absorb nutrients.
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Under the microscope, a single hypha looks like a long, transparent tube.