aspergillus

From the genus name, translingual Aspergillus.

• (US, Canada) IPA^(key): /ˌæspɚˈd͡ʒɪləs/

aspergillus (plural aspergilli)

1. Any of many molds, of the genus Aspergillus, many of which are pathogenic.
   • 2025 May 3, Michael Peel, “Killer fungus to spread as climate heats up”, in FT Weekend, page 5:

     Aspergillus, named in the 18th century for its resemblance to a device used to sprinkle holy water [aspergillum], has brought humanity benefits as well as jeopardy. Some species have uses ranging from industrial chemistry to the fermentation of soy sauce and sake, but others are potentially hazardous to health.

• aspergillum