What does "spalting" mean?

Any coloration of wood, either living or dead, by fungi, which is considered visually or texturally appealing. Biochemical responses by the tree are not included within the scope of spalting.

What is a synonym for "spalting"?

Common synonyms include: spall.

Spalting

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Any coloration of wood, either living or dead, by fungi, which is considered visually or texturally appealing. Biochemical responses by the tree are not included within the scope of spalting. countable, uncountable

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spall

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