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staghead

/ˈstæɡ.hɛd/

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noun

/ˈstæɡ.hɛd/formal
  • ruАномальный пучкообразный рост мелких ветвей на дереве или кустарнике, обычно вызванный грибками, насекомыми или другими физиологическими нарушениями.

An abnormal tufted growth of small branches on a tree or shrub, typically caused by fungi, insects, or other physiological disturbances.

  1. Abnormal tree growthC2formal

    An unusual, tufted cluster of small branches on a tree or shrub, often caused by fungi, insects, or other physiological disturbances.

    ruАномальный рост дерева

    • The oak tree developed a staghead after the fungal infection.
    • Staghead is often a sign of stress in older trees.
    • The arborist identified staghead on several branches of the maple.