blight

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blight noun

Any of many plant diseases causing damage to, or the death of, leaves, fruit or other parts.
The bacterium, virus or fungus that causes such a condition.
(by extension) Anything that impedes growth or development or spoils any other aspect of life.

blight verb

To affect with blight; to blast; to prevent the growth and fertility of.
To suffer blight.“This vine never blights.”
To spoil or ruin (something).“Those obscene tattoos are going to blight your job prospects.”

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