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toadstool

|toad/stool|

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/ˈtoʊdˌstuːl/

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/ˈtəʊdˌstuːl/

poisonous mushroom

Etymology
Etymology Information

'toadstool' originates from Middle English, specifically the words 'tode' meaning 'toad' and 'stole' meaning 'stool'.

Historical Evolution

'tode' and 'stole' combined in Middle English to form 'toadstool', referring to a seat for toads.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to a seat for toads, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a type of fungus.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of fungus, typically one that is poisonous or inedible, with a cap and a stem.

The forest was dotted with colorful toadstools.

Synonyms

fungusmushroom

Antonyms

edible mushroom

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45