thalposis

/θælˈpɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a plant disease characterized by the formation of black spots on the leaves, or a disease of the skin characterized by the formation of black spots or patches.

“The botanist studied the thalposis that was affecting the local plant population.”

Synonyms

  • disease
  • lesion
  • spot

Antonyms

  • healing
  • health
  • protection