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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Allowing a thick layer of matted leaves to cover the grass all winter robs the lawn of proper air circulation and is an open invitation to fungal diseases. David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 28 Jan. 2026 How to Fix It Prevention is the best cure for fungal diseases. Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026 When air can circulate, leaves dry out more quickly, reducing chances of fungal diseases that can affect your tree. Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 Jan. 2026 However, a crack can expose a tree to fungal infection or decay, which could lead to the tree dying. Melina Khan, Oklahoman, 24 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fungal

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 5 Feb. 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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