mushroom
A mushroom is a type of fungus that grows in the ground.
You've probably seen them sprouting up in your backyard or on a walk in the woods - those funny-shaped plants with caps and stems. People often eat mushrooms, but not all of them are safe to eat. In fact, some can be poisonous, so it's essential to know which ones are okay to pick and cook. Some popular types of edible mushrooms include button mushrooms, portobellos, and shiitake. You might find them in salads, soups, or as a meat substitute in dishes like veggie burgers.
How common is "mushroom"?
It appears most frequently in magazine texts and less often in other writings.
noun
Any of the fleshy fruiting bodies of fungi typically produced above ground on soil or on their food sources (such as decaying wood).
Example: Some mushrooms are edible and taste good, while others are poisonous and taste foul.
verb
To grow quickly to a large size.
Example: The town’s population mushroomed from 10,000 to 110,000 in five years.
adjective
Having characteristics like those of a mushroom, for example in shape or appearance, speed of growth, or texture.
Example: mushroom cloud
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