fungin

/ˈfʌŋɡɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a fungus that is the source of a fungicide or a fungus that has been used as a fungicide

“The scientist studied the properties of fungin in order to develop a more effective fungicide.”

2. noun

a rare or obsolete word for a fungus

“The old book contained a passage about the various types of fungin that were used in traditional medicine.”

Synonyms

  • fungicide
  • mold

Antonyms

  • antibiotic