Plant Pathology . a disease of plants, characterized by a cottony, usually whitish coating on the surface of affected parts, caused by any of various fungi.

any of these fungi. Compare downy mildew , powdery mildew .

any of similar coatings or discolorations, caused by fungi, as that which appears on fabrics, paper, leather, etc., when exposed to moisture.

to affect or become affected with mildew.

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blight , fungus , mold , mould , must , mustiness