mucor
/ˈmuːkɔr/Definitions
1. noun
A genus of fungi of the family Mucoraceae, often causing mucormycosis in humans.
“The patient’s condition was caused by an infection with Mucor, a rare but deadly fungus.”
2. noun
Any of a number of similar fungi, such as those of the order Mucorales.
“The scientist studied the different types of mucor that can be found in various environments.”