Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mushroom
Noun
ˈmʌʃruːm
Definition
A type of fungus that typically has a round cap and stems and is often edible.
Examples
- The chef used fresh mushrooms in the pasta dish.
- Some wild mushrooms are poisonous and should be avoided.
- He loves to go mushroom picking in the fall.
Meaning
Mushrooms are the reproductive structures of certain fungi, typically found above ground, and they can be consumed as food.
Synonyms
- fungus
- toadstool
- portobello
- shiitake
