rhizopus

/ ˈraɪzəʊpəs /

noun

1. any zygomycetous fungus of the genus Rhizopus , esp R. nigricans , a bread mould

Word History and Origins

Origin of rhizopus¹

C19: New Latin, from rhizo- + Greek pous foot

Example Sentences

The company says linens examined by a mold expert did not test positive for rhizopus in the company’s plant.

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The health system also said UPMC-Shadyside linens tested were free of rhizopus.

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Doctors soon mentioned the word “rhizopus,” a form of mold that was eating through Shelby’s body.

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The autopsy says the removed lobe of his lung contained rhizopus, a form of mold.

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Lawyers said he was diagnosed with a rhizopus fungal infection after several weeks of chemotherapy treatment.

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