HAUSTORIA
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Haustoria.
Haustoria - as a noun
A root of a parasitic plant modified to take nourishment from its host.
A cellular structure, growing into or around another structure to absorb water or nutrients, such as a cotyledon.
Example Sentences
"The haustoria of Dodder plants penetrate the host plants to obtain nutrients."
"Certain fungi form haustoria into the cells of their host plants."
"The haustoria of mistletoe allow it to extract water and nutrients from its host tree."
"Parasitic plants like broomrape have haustoria that invade the roots of other plants."
"Dodder plants have specialized haustoria that can sense nearby host plants."
Word Game Points
Is HAUSTORIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, haustoria is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HAUSTORIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is HAUSTORIA a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, haustoria is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordHAUSTORIA has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is HAUSTORIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, haustoria is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHAUSTORIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
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