leaf scorch

noun

Definition of leaf scorch

: any of various plant diseases or conditions characterized by a burned or scorched appearance of the foliage

Examples of leaf scorch in a Sentence

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Weed-killing sprays may drift onto desirable plants, causing leaf scorch and often killing the plant. — Beth Botts, chicagotribune.com, "Brown leaves in summer probably signal scorched plants," 11 July 2018 However, even if the soil is moist, other factors can cause or worsen leaf scorch, Yiesla said. — Beth Botts, chicagotribune.com, "Brown leaves in summer probably signal scorched plants," 11 July 2018

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