Relating to or caused by fungi, a kingdom of organisms including mushrooms, yeasts, and molds.
From Latin 'fungus' meaning 'mushroom' or 'sponge', with the adjectival suffix '-al'. The word entered English in the 16th century as scientific classification developed.
Fungi are neither plants nor animals but form their own kingdom, making 'fungal' describe some of the most alien yet essential organisms on Earth. They can break down almost anything organic and form vast underground networks.
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