Wilt Definition & Meaning

wilt
noun
  1. any plant disease characterized by drooping and shriveling; usually caused by parasites attacking the roots
  2. causing to become limp or drooping
verb
  1. lose strength; "My opponent was wilting"
  2. become limp; "The flowers wilted"

"Wilt" in song lyrics

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  • "In the hour of guilt your flowers wilt"
    Aceyalone — Down Right Dirty
  • "Alone like Wilt"
    Jae Millz — NBA Allstars
  • "vercilium wilt"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "wilt"

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