Wiktionary:Word of the day/2020/May 22

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Word of the day
for May 22
foxfire n
  1. (mycology, chiefly US) Bioluminescence created by some types of fungus, particularly those growing on rotting wood.
  2. (by extension, loosely) Wood exhibiting fungal bioluminescence; torchwood.

Today is the International Day for Biological Diversity or World Biodiversity Day, which is recognized by the United Nations to promote awareness of the importance of biodiversity.

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