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fungus

[fuhng-guhs] / ˈfʌŋ gəs /




NOUN
yeast
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“Snow fungus focuses on deep hydration and skin plumping, while red dates support circulation and a healthy glow,” Xie said, calling the concoction “a warm bowl of snow fungus and red date soup.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

They also questioned whether ethanol released through the barrels of whisky could cause the fungus black mould to appear.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The fungus was also analyzed through DNA sampling.

From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2026

But he also says the taste is on another level, with the fungus providing an umami-like richness that complements the chocolate.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

Water trickled down the walls, and the stone became slick with whatever fungus had grown over the centuries.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas