mushroom

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈmʌʃˌɹuːm/
/ˈmʌʃˌɹuːm/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Any of the fleshy fruiting bodies of fungi typically produced above ground on soil or on their food sources (such as decaying wood).

Synonyms
mushrump shroom
Example Sentences
  • Some mushrooms are edible and taste good, while others are poisonous and taste foul.
2 Definition

A fungus producing such fruiting bodies.

3 Definition

Champignon or Agaricus bisporus, the mushroom species most commonly used in cooking.

4 Definition

Any of the mushroom-shaped pegs in bar billiards.

5 Definition

A concrete column with a thickened portion at the top, used to support a slab.

6 Definition

One who rises suddenly from a low condition in life; an upstart.

7 Definition

Something that grows very quickly or seems to appear suddenly.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To grow quickly to a large size.

Example Sentences
  • The town’s population mushroomed from 10,000 to 110,000 in five years.
2 Definition

To gather mushrooms.

Example Sentences
  • We used to go mushrooming in the forest every weekend.
3 Definition

To form the shape of a mushroom.

Adjective
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having characteristics like those of a mushroom, for example in shape or appearance, speed of growth, or texture.

Example Sentences
  • mushroom cloud