Mushroom (noun)

A fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french mousseron, from mousse "moss" + -on or -et, suffix denoting a diminutive.

Examples:

1. The forest was filled with different types of mushrooms.
2. Mushrooms are a popular ingredient in many dishes.
3. The little girl picked a mushroom and showed it to her mother.
4. Mushrooms are a good source of vitamins and minerals.
5. The scientist studied the growth of mushrooms in the laboratory.