haustorium

/hɔˈstɔriəm/
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Definitions of haustorium
  1. noun
    a root-like attachment in parasitic plants that penetrates and obtains food from the host
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    type of:
    enation, plant process
    a natural projection or outgrowth from a plant body or organ
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