adj
moldy
MOHL-dee
Moldy (adj) means Covered with mold; gone bad from fungal growth. Example: “They threw out the moldy bread.”
adj
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Covered with mold; gone bad from fungal growth.
"They threw out the moldy bread."
"The basement smelled damp and moldy."
How to use moldy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes food, fabric, or surfaces that have gone bad and grown fungus.
UK vs US
Spelled "mouldy" in British English.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- moldier, more moldy
- Superlative
- moldiest, most moldy
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They threw out the _____ bread.
Etymology
Formed from mold plus the adjective suffix -y.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “moldy” mean?
The word “moldy” means covered with mold; gone bad from fungal growth. In plain terms, describes food, fabric, or surfaces that have gone bad and grown fungus.
How do you pronounce “moldy”?
“Moldy” is pronounced MOHL-dee (/ˈmoʊldi/ in IPA).
How do you use “moldy” in a sentence?
Here is “moldy” used in a sentence: “They threw out the moldy bread.”
What part of speech is “moldy”?
“Moldy” is an adjective.
