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gemma

Syllabification: (gem·ma)
Pronunciation: /ˈjemə/

Definition of gemma

noun (plural gemmae /ˈjemē/)

Biology
  • a small cellular body or bud that can separate to form a new organism.
  • another term for chlamydospore.

Origin:

late 18th century (denoting a leaf bud, as distinct from a flower bud): from Latin, literally 'bud, jewel'

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