Corn-smut definition

A disease of corn caused by a smut fungus (Ustilago maydis), forming large black swellings.

noun

A fungus that affects corn (maize), taxonomic name Ustilago maydis, which induces tumors in the plant, known to be eaten as a delicacy.

noun

Other Word Forms

Singular:

corn-smut

Plural:

corn smuts