Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shroom

Noun
/ʃruːm/
Definition
A colloquial term for mushroom, often used to refer to fungi that have psychoactive properties.
Examples
  • Many people enjoy adding shrooms to their pizza for a unique flavor.
  • In some cultures, shrooms are used in rituals for spiritual experiences.
  • He decided to try shrooms for the first time at a festival.
Meaning
Shroom generally refers to edible fungi, especially those that can induce hallucinations when consumed due to their psychedelic properties.
Synonyms
  • mushroom
  • fungus