penicillium

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Any blue-green fungus, of the genus Penicillium, that are an important source of antibiotics
Any blue or green mold in the genus Penicillium (kingdom Fungi; see fungus). Common on foodstuffs, leather, and fabrics, they are economically important in producing antibiotics (see penicillin), organic acids, and cheeses such as English Stilton, Italian Gorgonzola, and French Roquefort
{i} green mold growing on old bread or cheese or fruit
genus of fungi commonly growing as green or blue molds on decaying food; used in making cheese and as a source of penicillin
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