himple

/ˈhɪmpəl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fungal disease affecting plants, causing circular or oval patches on the leaves or stems.

“The gardener noticed a himple on one of the plants and immediately treated it with a fungicide.”

2. verb

To infect a plant with a himple, or to become infected with it.

“The farmer tried to himple-proof his crops, but the disease still managed to spread.”

Synonyms

  • fungal disease
  • leaf spot

Antonyms

  • healthy growth
  • thriving plant