shiitake

shiitake Definition

shii·take (s̸hē tä′kē)

noun

an edible Japanese mushroom (Lentinus edodes) from a family (Agaricaceae) of basidiomycetous fungi

Etymology: Jpn

shiitake Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

mushroom: In the current preliminary study, 61 men with prostate cancer in various stages were given a shiitake mushroom extract for six months.
extract: In the current preliminary study, 61 men with prostate cancer in various stages were given a shiitake mushroom extract for six months.
production: Several small businesses have been experimenting with shiitake production in Scotland.
log: This includes the production of shiitake mushroom logs, apple juice and cider from unsprayed orchards planted with traditional English varieties.

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