adj
mouldy
MOHL-dee
Mouldy (adj) means Covered in mould; gone bad from fungal growth (British spelling of moldy). Example: “Throw out that mouldy cheese before it spreads.”
adj
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Covered in mould; gone bad from fungal growth (British spelling of moldy).
"Throw out that mouldy cheese before it spreads."
"The basement smelled damp and mouldy."
How to use mouldy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCovered in fuzzy fungus, or badly out of date and neglected.
UK vs US
British spelling "mouldy" versus American "moldy."
Common pairings
mouldy bread
mouldy smell
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Word forms
- Plural
- mouldies
- Comparative
- mouldier, more mouldy
- Superlative
- mouldiest, most mouldy
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Throw out that _____ cheese before it spreads.
Etymology
From mould + -y.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “mouldy” mean?
The word “mouldy” means covered in mould; gone bad from fungal growth (British spelling of moldy). In plain terms, covered in fuzzy fungus, or badly out of date and neglected.
How do you pronounce “mouldy”?
“Mouldy” is pronounced MOHL-dee (/ˈmoʊldi/ in IPA).
How do you use “mouldy” in a sentence?
Here is “mouldy” used in a sentence: “Throw out that mouldy cheese before it spreads.”
What part of speech is “mouldy”?
“Mouldy” is an adjective.
