fungus

Definition

  • n. an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia

Word forms

Plural
fungi

Example sentences

  1. n.

    Mushrooms are a type of fungus that can be found in many forests.

  2. n.

    The doctor diagnosed the patient with a fungal infection on his skin.