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earthtongue

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Definition of earthtongue

: any fungus of a genus Geoglossum having ascomata that resemble the sporophores of the simpler club fungi and grow on decaying logs or damp soil

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First Known Use of earthtongue

1826, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for earthtongue

translation of New Latin Geoglossum

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“Earthtongue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earthtongue. Accessed 15 Aug. 2022.

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