cerrote

Galician

Alternative forms

  • zarrote

Etymology

From cerrar (to close) +‎ -ote.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): [θeˈrɔtɪ]

Noun

cerrote m (plural cerrotes)

  1. (mycology) parasol mushroom (Macrolepiota procera)
    Synonyms: cogordo, choupín

Usage notes

The same species are known as patamela and roco when their "parasol" is open.

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