Meaning of the word mildew in English

What does mildew mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mildew

US /ˈmɪl.duː/

UK /ˈmɪl.dʒuː/

a thin whitish coating of a fungus that grows on plants or damp organic material such as paper or leather

Example:

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The old books in the attic were covered in mildew.

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You can smell the mildew in this damp basement.

Synonym:

mold fungus blight

to affect with mildew

Example:

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If you don't air out the tent, it will start to mildew.

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Damp conditions can cause clothes to mildew.

Synonym:

mold rot decay