Pluteus, genus Pluteus, roof mushroom
(noun) a large genus of fungi belonging to the family Pluteaceae; the shape of the cap resembles a roof; often abundant early in the summer
Source: WordNet® 3.1
pluteus (plural pluteuses or plutei)
(architecture) A low screen between columns, especially one that surrounds the choir of a church
(zoology) The free-swimming larvae of echinoderms.
• pustule
Source: Wiktionary
Plu"te*us, n.; pl. L. Plutei, E. Pluteuses. Etym: [L., a shed.] (Zoöl.)
Definition: The free-swimming larva of sea urchins and ophiurans, having several long stiff processes inclosing calcareous rods.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
23 November 2024
(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
