anthracnosis

/ænθrækˈnoʊsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungal infection caused by the fungus Coccidioides.

“The patient was diagnosed with anthracnosis after showing symptoms of respiratory distress.”

2. noun

A disease of coal miners caused by inhaling coal dust.

“Anthracnosis was a major health concern for coal miners in the 19th century.”

Synonyms

  • coal miner's disease
  • coal workers' pneumoconiosis

Antonyms

  • healthy condition
  • well-being