Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cogumelo
noun
/koh-goo-MEL-oh/

Definition
A fungal growth that typically has a stem, cap, and gills, and is commonly found in forests and fields.

Examples
- I love adding cogumelos to my pasta dishes.
- In the wild, some cogumelos can be very toxic if eaten.
- Cogumelos like shiitake and portobello are popular in cooking.

Meaning
In English, ‘cogumelo’ refers to a ‘mushroom,’ which can be edible or poisonous, depending on the species.

Synonyms
- fungus
- mushroom
- toadstool