mushrooms
word · lemma: mushroom
Definition
Mushrooms are a type of fungus with a stem and cap that grows in moist environments. They are often eaten as food and come in many varieties.
Usage & Nuances
"Mushrooms" refers to edible types unless otherwise specified. The word can mean wild or cultivated varieties. Common collocations: "button mushrooms," "wild mushrooms," "mushroom soup." Don't confuse with "toadstool," which often refers to poisonous types.
Example Sentences
Are these mushrooms safe to eat or are they poisonous?
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When I was a kid, I thought mushrooms were tiny umbrellas for fairies.
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She likes to cook with mushrooms.
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Mushrooms grow in the forest after it rains.
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I bought fresh mushrooms at the market.
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The pizza place has a great mushrooms and cheese topping.
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