peziza Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun type genus of the Pezizaceae: a variety of cup fungus
    genus Peziza.

WordNet

Pe*zi"za noun
Etymology
NL., corrupt. from L. pezica a sessile mushroom, fr. Gr. , fr. , , a foot.
Definitions
  1. (Bot.) A genus of fungi embracing a great number of species, some of which are remarkable for their regular cuplike form and deep colors.

Webster 1913