uncinula

/ˌʌnsɪˈnjuːlə/ (un-sin-YOO-luh)

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of fungi, especially the species Ustilago maydis, the corn smut fungus, that causes smut disease in corn.

“The corn farmer noticed the uncinula infestation on his crop and applied a fungicide to prevent further damage.”

Synonyms

  • fungus
  • smut

Antonyms

  • healthy_plant
  • pest_control