caruncho

Etymology
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Noun

 * 1) ergot, especially that which affects wheat, barley, oats and maize
 * 2) stain or decay caused by dampness in a fabric
 * 3) woodworm
 * 4)  skin rash
 * 5)  carbuncle
 * 6)  anthrax
 * 1)  skin rash
 * 2)  carbuncle
 * 3)  anthrax
 * 1)  anthrax
 * 1)  anthrax

Etymology 1
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Alternative theories include derivation from or. Possibly entered Portuguese via.

Noun

 * 1) any of several grubs and beetles that bore through wood or books, or that infest grain