fungous

adjective

fun·gous ˈfəŋ-gəs

: fungal

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15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of fungous was in the 15th century

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“Fungous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fungous. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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fungous

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fun·gous ˈfəŋ-gəs

: fungal

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fungous

adjective

fun·gous ˈfəŋ-gəs

: fungal

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