rhizopus

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Noun rhizopus has 1 sense

rhizopus - any of various rot-causing fungi of the genus Rhizopus
--₁ is a kind of mold, mould
--₁ is a member of genus Rhizopus
--₁ has particulars: bread mold, Rhizopus nigricans

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Rhizopus

Description:

Rhizopus is a genus of fungi in the family Mucoraceae. It is commonly known as bread mold and can be found worldwide. Rhizopus is characterized by its rapid growth and ability to invade various substrates, causing decay and decomposition.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A type of fungus that often grows on bread and other food items, causing spoilage.

Example sentence: The loaf of bread was covered in greenish patches of rhizopus.

Adjective:

1. Referring to or characteristic of the genus Rhizopus.

Example sentence: The rhizopus growth on the fruit indicated its overripe state.

Verb (rarely used):

1. To become infected or covered with Rhizopus fungus.

Example sentence: If you leave the fruit out for too long, it will readily rhizopus.

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