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witches broom

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun witch broom has 1 sense
  1. witches' broom, witch broom, hexenbesen, staghead - an abnormal tufted growth of small branches on a tree or shrub caused by fungi or insects or other physiological disturbance
    --1 is a kind of tuft, tussock

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Witches Broom

Definition:

A witches broom refers to a deformity in woody plants where a dense cluster of branches forms a broom-like growth. It can occur due to various factors such as viral infections, genetic mutations, or insect infestations.

Examples:

As a Noun:

1. The maple tree in our backyard developed a witches broom, resulting in an unusual growth pattern.

2. The horticulturalist identified the presence of witches broom on the rose bush and recommended immediate treatment.

As a Verb:

1. The virus caused the branches to witch broom, leading to stunted growth of the otherwise healthy plant.

2. The infestation resulted in the pine tree witch brooming, making it noticeable among other trees in the forest.

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