What is another word for chestnut blight?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɛstnʌt blˈa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
There are various synonyms for the term "chestnut blight" which refer to the devastating fungal disease that affects chestnut trees. Some of the alternative terms related to chestnut blight include chestnut canker, chestnut rot, chestnut fungus, and blight fungus. This disease inflicts chestnut trees by infecting their bark and disrupting their ability to transport water and nutrients. Chestnut blight has been known to cause severe economic and ecological impacts, leading to the decline and extinction of many chestnut tree species. Scientists and researchers have been working to combat chestnut blight through various methods such as genetic engineering, biological control, and disease-resistant breeding programs.
