/
ˈfʌŋgəs/
n.
(pl. fungi
/-gʌɪ, -(d)ʒʌɪ/
or funguses)
any of a large group of spore-producing organisms which feed on organic matter and include moulds, yeast, mushrooms, and toadstools.
Derivative
- fungal adj.
- fungiform adj.
- fungoid adj. & n.
- fungous adj.
Etymology
ME: from L., perh. from Gk spongos (see sponge).
