- mildew, mold - the process of becoming mildewed
--1 is a kind of spoilage, spoiling
Derived form: verb mildew1 - mildew - a fungus that produces a superficial (usually white) growth on organic matter
--2 is a kind of fungus
--2 has particulars: powdery mildew; downy mildew, false mildewDerived form: verb mildew1