1. a type of organism (such as a mushroom, mold, or yeast) that feeds on organic matter and lacks chlorophyll
Usage: biology
2. a disease of the skin or nails caused by a fungal infection
Usage: medical

Examples

• The mushroom is a type of fungus that grows in damp soil.
• Bread mold is a common fungus found in kitchens.
• The doctor prescribed medication to treat the fungus on his toenails.
• Yeast is a fungus used in baking bread.
• After the flood, fungus began growing on the wet walls.
• The athlete’s foot fungus caused itching and irritation.
• Scientists study how fungus breaks down dead plant material.