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mildew

noun verb

a fungus that produces a superficial (usually white) growth on organic matter

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
M
Ends with
W
Contains
IL
Scrabble score
12

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Pronunciation

ˈmɪl.djuː

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Definitions

noun

  1. a fungus that produces a superficial (usually white) growth on organic matter

noun

  1. the process of becoming mildewed

verb

  1. become moldy; spoil due to humidity

    “The furniture molded in the old house”

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The furniture molded in the old house

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