moisissure

Definitions of moisissure
  1. noun
    the process of becoming mildewed
    synonyms: pourriture
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    type of:
    dépouillage
    the process of becoming spoiled
  2. noun
    a fungus that produces a superficial growth on various kinds of damp or decaying organic matter
    synonyms: moisi, moule
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    type of:
    champignon
    an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia
  3. noun
    a fungus that produces a superficial (usually white) growth on organic matter
    synonyms: mildiou
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    type of:
    champignon
    an organism of the kingdom Fungi lacking chlorophyll and feeding on organic matter; ranging from unicellular or multicellular organisms to spore-bearing syncytia
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