beet blight

noun

Meaning

A destructive plant disease caused by fungi or bacteria that leads to the rapid wilting and decay of sugar beet or garden beet crops.

Examples

Agricultural experts warned that a severe outbreak of beet blight could devastate the region's sugar production.
To prevent the spread of beet blight, the gardener removed all infected plants immediately.

Synonyms: plant disease, crop failure, infestation, pathogen

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beet blight

noun

Pronunciation: /biːt blaɪt/

Definition

A destructive plant disease caused by fungi or bacteria that leads to the rapid wilting and decay of sugar beet or garden beet crops.

Examples

Agricultural experts warned that a severe outbreak of beet blight could devastate the region's sugar production.
To prevent the spread of beet blight, the gardener removed all infected plants immediately.
Scientists are developing resistant varieties of beets to help farmers combat beet blight.

Synonyms of beet blight

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