Noun: diaspore 'dI-u,spor
- A hydrated aluminium oxide mineral, often occurring in white or pale-coloured crystals with a pearly lustre
"Diaspore is an important component in some high-alumina refractory materials"
- Any part of a plant (such as a spore or seed) that functions in dispersal and can produce a new plant
"Wind-dispersed diaspores often have special adaptations like wings or parachutes"
Derived forms: diaspores
Encyclopedia: Diaspore