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dry rot

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"Dry rot" describes a form of decay in wood and plants caused by fungi, as well as a metaphor for unseen deterioration.

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Definition

B2Construction

(technical)A type of wood decay caused by fungi, making the wood brittle and crumbly.

Example

  • The beams in the old house suffered from dry rot, compromising its structural integrity.

B2Botany

(technical)A fungal infection affecting plants, notably potatoes, causing them to decay.

Example

  • The potato crop was ruined by dry rot, leading to significant losses for the farmers.

C1General

(figurative)A metaphor for hidden decay or corruption within an organization or system.

Example

  • The company's financial troubles were a result of dry rot in its management practices.

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