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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The most common side effects included headache, nausea, cough, fungal infection, and fatigue. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 19 Mar. 2026 Watering in the evening should be done with care to avoid wet foliage that can lead to fungal disease. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2026 Mix cinnamon with warm water to create a spray that combats fungal issues and discourages pests from returning. Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 15 Mar. 2026 Penthiopyrad, which stops fungal respiration and is toxic to aquatic life, was found on strawberries, peaches, plums, green beans, celery, carrots and bell peppers. Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 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 26 Mar. 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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