Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smuts
noun
/smĘŚts/

Definition
Smuts refer to a group of fungi that typically infect and damage plants, particularly crops such as corn and wheat.

Examples
Farmers often struggle with smuts affecting their wheat crops.
The artist used charcoal to create smuts on the canvas, giving it a unique texture.

Meaning
In a broader sense, smuts can also refer to marks or stains, especially those that are dark in color.

Synonyms
stains
spots
blemishes