non-fungous
|non-fun-gous|
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/nɒn-ˈfʌŋɡəs/
not related to fungi
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-fungous' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'fungous' which relates to fungi.
Historical Evolution
'non-fungous' was formed by adding the prefix 'non-' to 'fungous' to indicate the absence of fungi.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to fungi,' and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or caused by fungi.
The infection was determined to be non-fungous in nature.
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Last updated: 2025/07/12 23:05