FUNGUS - Definition & Meaning for Kids
Meaning 1
Part of speech: Noun
an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia
Categories: Organism, Being
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🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)
The word "fungus" was borrowed from Latin fungus.
🧩 Fun Fact
Many Latin words entered English twice—once through French and once through direct borrowing.