Pronunciation: /ˈmʌʃˌruːm/

Definitions of mushroom

noun a fungus that typically takes the form of a domed cap on a stalk, often with gills on the underside

Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat mushroom soup.

A2 She found a mushroom growing in the forest.

B1 The chef used mushrooms as one of the main ingredients in the dish.

B2 The farmer harvested a variety of mushrooms from his farm.

C1 The gourmet restaurant served a decadent mushroom risotto.

C2 The mycologist identified the rare mushroom species in the Amazon rainforest.

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Example Sentences

A1 I mushroomed the mushrooms for dinner.

A2 She mushroomed the soup with fresh ingredients.

B1 The chef mushroomed the sauce to enhance the flavor.

B2 The recipe calls for mushrooming the dish with a variety of spices.

C1 The culinary artist expertly mushroomed the dish to perfection.

C2 The chef's ability to mushroom flavors together created a masterpiece.

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Example Sentences

A1 I found a mushroom-shaped rock on my hike.

A2 She wore a mushroom-colored sweater to the party.

B1 The hotel room had mushroom-colored walls.

B2 The chef created a delicious mushroom-infused sauce for the pasta.

C1 The artist's sculpture was a mushroom-inspired masterpiece.

C2 The designer showcased a stunning mushroom-themed collection at Fashion Week.

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Example Sentences

A1 She walked mushroom quickly to catch up with her friends.

A2 He spoke mushroom softly so as not to wake the baby.

B1 The car drove mushroom smoothly along the winding road.

B2 The music played mushroom faintly in the background.

C1 The chef sautéed the mushrooms mushroom expertly in the pan.

C2 The artist blended the colors mushroom skillfully on the canvas.

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Example Sentences

A1 I like mushroom soup.

A2 She picked a mushroom in the forest.

B1 Mushroom is a versatile ingredient in cooking.

B2 The chef added mushroom to the pasta dish for extra flavor.

C1 The mushroom's unique texture and taste make it a popular choice in many dishes.

C2 Having studied mycology for years, I can confidently identify any mushroom species in the wild.

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Example Sentences

A1 I found a mushroom in the forest.

A2 She placed the mushroom on the table.

B1 The mushroom beside the tree was huge.

B2 He hid the key under the mushroom.

C1 The mushroom growing near the stream was poisonous.

C2 The chef used the mushroom as a garnish for the dish.

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Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat mushrooms and cheese on my pizza.

A2 She went mushroom picking in the forest, but didn't find any.

B1 I added mushrooms to the pasta sauce to give it more flavor.

B2 The recipe called for both mushrooms and onions, but I only had mushrooms.

C1 The chef created a delicious dish with a mushroom reduction sauce.

C2 Mushroom foraging has become a popular activity for food enthusiasts.

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Example Sentences

A1 Mushroom! What is that?

A2 I found a mushroom on the forest floor. Mushroom!

B1 Mushroom! I can't believe how big it is.

B2 Mushroom! That's a rare species I've never seen before.

C1 Mushroom! The variety of mushrooms in this region is astounding.

C2 Mushroom! I never thought I would see such a unique specimen in the wild.

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Example Sentences

A1 I like to eat mushroom soup.

A2 She picked a mushroom in the forest.

B1 The mushroom was growing near the tree.

B2 The chef used a variety of mushrooms in the dish.

C1 The exotic mushroom was imported from a distant country.

C2 The scientist discovered a new species of mushroom in the rainforest.

Examples of mushroom in a Sentence

formal The chef prepared a delicious mushroom risotto for the guests.

informal I love adding mushrooms to my pasta dishes.

slang Let's grab some shrooms and make a pizza tonight.

figurative His ideas sprouted like mushrooms after a rainstorm.

Grammatical Forms of mushroom

past tense

mushroomed

plural

mushrooms

comparative

more mushroom

superlative

most mushroom

present tense

mushrooms

future tense

will mushroom

perfect tense

have mushroomed

continuous tense

is mushrooming

singular

mushroom

positive degree

mushroom

infinitive

to mushroom

gerund

mushrooming

participle

mushroomed

Origin and Evolution of mushroom

First Known Use: 1400 year
Language of Origin: Old French/Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'mushroom' originated from the Old French word 'mousseron' which was derived from the Latin word 'musirio' meaning 'mushroom'.
Evolution of the word: The word 'mushroom' has retained its original meaning of a type of fungus that typically has a stem, a cap, and gills on the underside of the cap. However, it has also evolved to be used metaphorically in phrases such as 'mushroom cloud' to describe the shape of a cloud after an explosion, or 'mushrooming' to describe something rapidly growing or expanding.