Jack in the box

jack-in-the-box (noun,no plural) – an explosive discharge of spores by which the flexible endoascus becomes separated from the exoascus. The term "jack-in-the-box" is derived from a children's "surprise" toy: a small box containing a spring-loaded clown named Jack, who shoots out, when the box is opened.

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