Fungus
- Pronunciation
- /FUN-gus/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Fungus
- Plural
- Fungi
Definition
A broad term referring to a group of organisms that lack chlorophyll and obtain nutrients from other living or dead organic matter.
Etymology
From Latin 'fungus', meaning 'mushroom'.
Example
Fungi play an important role in decomposition of plant material.
Related Terms
- Mushroom
- Yeast
- Mold