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dieback [′dī‚bak]
(ecology) A large area of exposed, unprotected swamp or marsh deposits resulting from the salinity of a coastal lagoon. (plant pathology) Of a plant, to die from the top or peripheral parts. dieback A condition often found in woody plant material where browning and death of the plant cells begin from the tip inward and may continue as far as the woody or perennial part of the plant. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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