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Fungi (kingdom)

Definition:

the taxonomic kingdom including yeast, molds, smuts, mushrooms, and toadstools; distinct from the green plants

Class:

plant noun

Usage:

kingdom | proper noun

Plural:

Fungi*
(* Fungi may be used in a singular or plural context)

Type of:

kingdom » taxonomic group » biological group » group

Original source:

WordNet

Examples:

Eumycota | fungus | fungus family | fungus genus | fungus order | Lichenes | Myxomycota | Phycomycetes

Synonym:

fungus kingdom

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