ˈpaz(ˌ)mō noun
( -s )
Etymology: American Spanish, from Spanish, temporary paralysis, lockjaw, from Latin spasmus cramp, spasm — more at spasm
: a widespread disease of flax that damages the fibers and reduces the yield of flaxseed and is caused by a fungus ( Mycosphaerella linorum ) which attacks stems, bolls, and leaves and forms characteristic circular brownish lesions on the cotyledons and lower leaves