Similar term(s): mold.
Parasitic, microscopic fungi (like Penicillin) with spores that float in the air like pollen. Mold is a common trigger for allergies and can be found in damp areas, such as the basement or bathroom, as well as in the outdoor environment in grass, leaf piles, hay, mulch or under mushrooms.
Source: WebMD
Asthma Glossary of
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Deutsch: Schimmelpilz
Español: Moho
Français: Moisissure