Plural of spore
regular plural
The plural of spore is spores.
Forms of spore
| Singular | spore /spɔː(ɹ)/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | spores |
| Countable | countable |
Spores in a sentence
- Threshers reproduce via spores that lie dormant for millennia, yet are robust enough to survive prolonged periods in deep space and atmospheric re-entry.2008, BioWare, Mass Effect (Science Fiction), Redwood City: Electronic Arts, →ISBN, →OCLC, PC, scene: Thresher Maws Codex entry
- After anthrax spores were found in letters sent to Sens.2017 June 14, Julian Zelizer, “The challenge of protecting members of Congress”, in CNN, archived from the original on 14 Jun 2017
- There was a sudden gust of wind, on which spores were borne away.From the entry wind
- He accidentally exposed the bacteria to mold spores.From the entry accidentally
- Pollen, dust, and spores are common allergens.From the entry allergen
Meaning of spore
- noun A reproductive particle, usually a single cell, released by a fungus, alga, or plant that may germinate into another.
- noun A thick resistant particle produced by a bacterium or protist to survive in harsh or unfavorable conditions.
- verb To produce spores.
Questions about the plural of spore
- What is the plural of spore?
- The plural of spore is spores.
- Is spore countable?
- Spore is a countable noun.
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