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gummosis
/ ɡʌˈməʊsɪs /
noun
- the abnormal production of excessive gum in certain trees, esp fruit trees, as a result of wounding, infection, adverse weather conditions, severe pruning, etc
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Word History and Origins
Origin of gummosis1
C19: from New Latin; see gumma
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