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Corn Smut

Noun:

1. A fungal disease of corn plants characterized by black, swollen, and distorted growths on the ears, stalks, and tassels.

Example Sentence: The farmer had to discard the corn affected by corn smut to prevent the spread of the disease.

2. The fungal growth, typically dark and swollen, that occurs on corn plants as a result of corn smut disease.

Example Sentence: The corn smut on the cob made the corn appear unappetizing, but some people actually enjoy the unique taste it adds.

Verb:

1. To become or cause to become affected by corn smut.

Example Sentence: The field of corn was unfortunately corn smutted, affecting the entire crop.

Adjective:

1. Relating to or characterized by corn smut.

Example Sentence: The farmer employed various methods to control the spread of corn smut disease in his fields.

Adverb:

No commonly used adverb form found for "corn smut".