Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
False Truffle.
False Truffle - as a noun
Any of various fungi of the family rhizopogonaceae having subterranean fruiting bodies similar to the truffle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fungus10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Any of various fungi of the genus scleroderma having hard-skinned subterranean fruiting bodies resembling truffles
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
earthballhard-skinned puffballpuffball18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
fungus10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The false truffle gets its name because it is often mistaken for a real truffle."
"Scientists are still studying the taxonomy of false truffles to better understand their classification."
"Some species of false truffles are edible and are used in cooking."
"The false truffle is difficult to spot due to its camouflage and small size."
"Many animals, such as wild boars and mice, feed on false truffles."
