Fungus

/ˈfʌŋɡəs/ noun

Definition

a spore-producing organism that feeds on organic matter

Etymology

Latin fungus, possibly related to Greek sphongos (sponge)

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Fungus is fun-gus until it's growing on your shower wall!

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