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Potato Mold

Definition:

Potato mold refers to a type of fungus that affects potatoes, causing rot and decay. It primarily targets potatoes and can have detrimental effects on their quality and storage.

Senses:

1. Noun - Fungal Growth

In this sense, potato mold refers to the actual fungal growth on potatoes, commonly caused by species like Phytophthora infestans or Fusarium spp.

Sample Sentence:

The potato harvest was ruined due to an extensive outbreak of potato mold, resulting in significant losses for the farmers.

2. Verb - Contamination

In a broader sense, potatoes can be "potato-molded" when they become contaminated or infected by the fungus, resulting in spoilage.

Sample Sentence:

The poorly stored potatoes were potato-molded and had to be discarded, leaving the farmer with a loss.

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