adjective
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appearing suddenly and spreading quickly like a fungus, but not lasting
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a less common word for fungal
Etymology
Origin of fungous
First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Latin fungōsus “fungous, spongy”; see fungus, -ous
Example Sentences
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His treatment of the humid cellar, full of unexplained vapors and “white fungous growths,” cues immediate recognition and revulsion.
From Slate • Oct. 30, 2015
They have been extensively studied in connection with the parasitism of certain fungous diseases which cause the soft rots of fruits and vegetables.
From The Chemistry of Plant Life by Thatcher, Roscoe Wilfred
It is a mistake to think that a tree should not be sprayed because it has not been infested by any insect or fungous growth.
From The Apple by Various
Downy mildew is a fungous trouble affecting the leaves and destroying the further usefulness of the vine.
From Farm Gardening with Hints on Cheap Manuring Quick Cash Crops and How to Grow Them by Anonymous
The ointment of creosote is said to be effectual, even when the ulcer exhibits a fungous character, or proud flesh is present.
From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert
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