Fungous (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to fungi.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The unique properties of fungous tissues make them useful for studying cellular differentiation.
- Most fungous diseases in plants are caused by organisms such as molds, rusts, and smuts.
- The researchers discovered that fungous organisms have a unique relationship with the tree's roots.
- Some fungous species can be parasitic, while others are saprobic and help to decompose organic matter.
- In contrast to plants, the fungous kingdom does not use sunlight for energy but instead relies on the decomposition of organic matter.