gummosis

British

/ 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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Etymology

Origin of gummosis

C19: from New Latin; see _gumma

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