noun
- plural of moldiness; the quality or state of being moldy; the presence of mold or mildew
Usage: countable and uncountable uses; typically used in plural to refer to multiple instances or types of mold growth
Examples
- The moldinesses in the basement grew worse after the flood.
- We noticed various moldinesses on the old books stored in the damp attic.
- The inspector documented several moldinesses throughout the building.
- Proper ventilation can prevent moldinesses from developing in closets.
- The moldinesses gave off a distinctive musty odor.