Word
aspergillus
Phoneticsas·pergillus
UK/ɐspˈɜːɡɪləs/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a common type of mold that grows on old food, soil, and damp walls. Some kinds can make you sick if you breathe in a lot of it.
n. a genus of filamentous fungi widespread in soil, decaying vegetation, and indoor environments, including several species that cause food spoilage and respiratory infection.
Examples
“Aspergillus often grows on old bread.”
“The lab found Aspergillus in the damp basement after testing the air quality.”
“Researchers traced the hospital outbreak to Aspergillus spores circulating through the aging ventilation system during renovation work.”
Examples
simple
“Aspergillus often grows on old bread.”
contextual
“The lab found Aspergillus in the damp basement after testing the air quality.”
complex
“Researchers traced the hospital outbreak to Aspergillus spores circulating through the aging ventilation system during renovation work.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “aspergillus” in context.
Verb
01. aspergillus colonizes
“Aspergillus colonizes the lungs of immunocompromised patients very aggressively.”
noun + verb
02. aspergillus germinates
“Aspergillus germinates rapidly when spores settle on moist organic matter.”
noun + verb
03. aspergillus thrives
“Aspergillus thrives in warm, humid environments with poor ventilation.”
noun + verb
04. culture aspergillus
“The laboratory managed to culture aspergillus from the patient's sputum sample.”
verb + noun
05. eradicate aspergillus
“It is almost impossible to completely eradicate aspergillus from damp buildings.”
verb + noun
06. inhale aspergillus
“Builders renovating old barns may inhale aspergillus without protective masks.”
verb + noun
Adjective
07. airborne aspergillus
“Airborne aspergillus can circulate through ventilation systems in old hospitals.”
adj + noun
Noun
08. colony of aspergillus
“A greenish colony of aspergillus was visible on the forgotten bread.”
noun + prep + noun
09. exposure to aspergillus
“Prolonged exposure to aspergillus can trigger severe respiratory complications.”
noun + prep + noun
10. allergic reaction to aspergillus
“He developed a severe allergic reaction to aspergillus after cleaning the cellar.”
11. colonization with aspergillus species
“Chronic colonization with aspergillus species can worsen asthma over time.”
12. culture positive for aspergillus
“His sputum culture was positive for aspergillus, confirming the diagnosis.”
Real-World Examples
“One example is Aspergillus niger , a fungus that commonly grows in warm, humid environments such as bathrooms and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.” “Spores of Aspergillus flavus famously infected and killed 10 of the 12 scientists who first opened the 15th century Royal tomb of Grand Duke Casimir IV Jagillon in Poland in 1973.” “A good example is Aspergillus niger, a fungus that thrives in warm, damp places like household bathrooms and heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.” “Exposure to and inhalation of Aspergillus spores have been attributed to the deaths of 10 of 12 conservation scientists who opened the tomb of King Casimir IV Jagiellon in Kraków in the 1970s.” Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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