Definition

A condition in plants where leaves turn yellow due to insufficient chlorophyll, often caused by nutrient deficiencies.

Example

The farmer noticed greensickness in his crops, indicating they needed more nutrients.

Conversation

Have you heard about greensickness?

Yeah, I think it's related to plants not getting enough nutrients.

Exactly! It’s like the leaves turn yellow when they have greensickness.

Right, I read that chlorosis can also cause that!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Greensickness is formed from "green" (from Old English "grene", meaning the color of growing plants) and "sickness" (from Old English "sēocness", meaning the state of being ill). The term originally referred to a condition characterized by a pale greenish complexion, often associated with illness or a lack of vitality.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'green' representing a lack of health, as 'greensickness' describes a state of being unwell with a pale, greenish appearance.

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