Definition of anthracnose
: any of numerous destructive plant diseases caused by imperfect fungi and characterized especially by necrotic lesions
Explore M-W
Recent Examples of anthracnose from the Web
-
Although inconsistent in flowering, the tree is well adapted to our climate and the leaves, blooms and fruit are tolerant of anthracnose.
These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'anthracnose.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Origin and Etymology of anthracnose
French, from Greek anthrak-, anthrax + nosos disease
Learn More about anthracnose
-
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about anthracnose
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up anthracnose? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!