fungus
Translation
fungus
Examples
Mushrooms are a type of fungus.
Mushrooms are a type of fungus.
The damp basement had a fungus problem.
The damp basement had a fungus problem.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) fungus ((...)) a type of living organism Mushrooms are a type of fungus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mushroom, mould, mildew
Etymology
From Latin 'fungus', meaning 'mushroom'.
Memory Tips
The plural 'fungi' sounds like 'fun guy'. Imagine a mushroom is a fun guy at a party.