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mildew
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mildew /mil·dew/ (mil´doo) colloquialism for any superficial fungous growth on plants or any organic material.
mildew
[mil′dyo̅o̅]
a visible growth of any of numerous species of saprophytic fungi. Mildew causes discoloration and weakening of fabrics and fibers.


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