fungal

adjective

fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl How to pronounce fungal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of fungi
2
: caused by a fungus
a fungal skin disease

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Unfortunately there is no treatment for fungal wilt diseases. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 17 June 2026 Wet leaves do not get a chance to get enough sunlight to dry out, which can lead to fungal diseases. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 16 June 2026 Fight Fungi Common fungal problems like powdery mildew on a variety of plants and black spot on roses can be curbed with apple cider vinegar. Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2026 Water that stands on leaves through the night can encourage fungal diseases. Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fungal

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fungal was in 1842

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“Fungal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fungal. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

fungal

adjective
fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl How to pronounce fungal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or resembling fungi
2
: caused by a fungus
a fungal skin disease

Medical Definition

fungal

adjective
fun·​gal ˈfəŋ-gəl How to pronounce fungal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of fungi
2
: caused by a fungus
fungal infections

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