"penicillium" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: penicilliums [plural], penicillia [plural]
Etymology: From the genus name. Head templates: {{en-noun|s|penicillia}} penicillium (plural penicilliums or penicillia)
  1. Any of the blue-green fungi, of the genus Penicillium, that are used in the manufacture of cheeses, and are an important source of antibiotics. Wikipedia link: penicillium Categories (lifeform): Fungi Related terms: blue cheese, Blue Vinney, brie, cabrales, camembert, gorgonzola, Roquefort, Stilton Related terms (cheeses cultured with Pennicillium): bleu d'Auvergne

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