Mildew (5)

I believe the answer is:

mould

'mildew' is the definition.
(I know that mildew can be written as mould)

This is the entire clue.

(Other definitions for mould that I've seen before include "Fungal growth; template" , "Must" , "Cast; form" , "Crumbly soil" , "Cause of discoloration" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror and The Times.

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