noun
- plural of mouldiness; the quality or state of being affected by mould or mold; dampness and decay
Usage: British spelling: mouldiness; American spelling: moldiness; Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple instances or contexts
Examples
- The mouldinesses in the basement grew worse after the flood.
- Various mouldinesses appeared on the old books stored in the damp attic.
- The inspector documented several mouldinesses throughout the building.
- We had to address the mouldinesses before moving into the house.
- The mouldinesses on the walls indicated a serious moisture problem.