foot rot
Americannoun
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Also called stinkyfoot. Also called fouls. Veterinary Pathology. an infection of sheep, causing inflammatory changes in the area of the hoofs and lameness.
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Plant Pathology. a stem rot at ground level; crown rot.
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Etymology
Origin of foot rot
Example Sentences
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Longer-term concerns for the cattle include foot rot from standing in water or muddy fields for long periods and the risk of disease from mosquitoes.
From Reuters ● Aug. 29, 2017
It’s a fine balance between keeping your feet dry enough to prevent foot rot and protected from punctures.
From New York Times ● Dec. 17, 2010
Foot and leg infections, combined with foot rot, are the badges worn by those working in the Makay.
From New York Times ● Dec. 17, 2010
Sheep kept on smooth land and soft pasture are liable to the foot rot.
From The American Reformed Cattle Doctor by George Dadd
Desirable breeds blundered upon by long series of groping experiments are often found to be unstable and subject to disease—bots, foot rot, blind staggers, etc.—causing infinite trouble, both among breeders and manufacturers.
From Steep Trails California, Utah, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, the Grand Canyon by John Muir
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