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Toadstool - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A toadstool is a type of mushroom, often with a rounded cap and stem, typically thought to be poisonous or inedible. It is commonly found in damp, wooded areas.

toadstool

/ˈtoʊdˌstuːl/ /ˈtəʊdˌstuːl/

Definition:

A poisonous mushroom, often with a red cap and white spots.

Synonyms:

mushroom, fungus, agaric

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

edible mushroom, non-toxic plant

Common Collocations:

poisonous toadstool, spotted toadstool, fairy ring toadstool

Derivatives:

toadstools, toadstool-like

Usage Tips:

Use "toadstool" for inedible or toxic mushrooms, distinguishing them from edible varieties like "mushroom."

Common Phrases:

fairy ring toadstool, red as a toadstool

Etymology:

Derived from "toad" + "stool," referring to its toxic nature and stool-like shape.

Examples:

  • 1. The children spotted a bright red toadstool in the forest.
  • 2. Never eat a wild toadstool; it might be poisonous.
  • 3. The fairy tale described tiny creatures sitting on toadstools.
  • 4. She painted a picture of a spotted toadstool in the meadow.

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