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Wood decay, rot and stain associated with a plant-pathogenic fungus, discovered after the tree was harvested for lumber.

Wood decay, rot and stain associated with a plant-pathogenic fungus, discovered after the tree was harvested for lumber.

Definition

Decay is the gradual decomposition of organic matter.

Etymology. c.1460, from O.Fr. decair,