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

Examples of fungal in a Sentence

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One difference to fungal wilts is that the leaf tissue of plants infected by bacterial wilt tends to stay green even as the plant wilts. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 July 2025 All hydrangeas are susceptible to fungal leaf spots, with oakleaf hydrangeas being the most vulnerable, notes Hirvela. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2025 Watering in the morning also allows the foliage to dry minimizing the possibilities of fungal issues on sensitive plants. Chris McKeown, The Enquirer, 5 July 2025 This reduces evaporation and gives your lawn time to dry during the day, which can help to prevent fungal issues. Claire Marks, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 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 15 Jul. 2025.

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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