morel
What is another word for morel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — An edible wild mushroom with a distinctive honeycomb-like cap.
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How to use morel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
morel mushroom
forage for morels
Etymology
Borrowed from French morille, ultimately from a Germanic word meaning "root" — the same root that gives dialectal English "more" for a plant root.
Full origin of morel →Frequently asked questions
What does “morel” mean?
The word “morel” means an edible wild mushroom with a distinctive honeycomb-like cap. In plain terms, a prized edible mushroom with a honeycombed, pitted cap.
How do you pronounce “morel”?
“Morel” is pronounced muh-REHL (/məˈɹɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “morel” in a sentence?
Here is “morel” used in a sentence: “They foraged for morels in the spring woods.”
What part of speech is “morel”?
“Morel” is a noun.
Where does the word “morel” come from?
The word “morel” comes from French. Borrowed from French morille, ultimately from a Germanic word meaning "root" — the same root that gives dialectal English "more" for a plant root.
