fusteric

/ˈfʌstərɪk/ (FUST-er-ik)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungal disease causing discoloration and cracking of wood, especially in cedar and redwood.

“The wooden deck on our patio developed a fusteric stain after a few years of exposure to the elements.”

Synonyms

  • cedar rot
  • redwood disease

Antonyms

  • healthy wood
  • sound wood