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veterinary medicine

noun

the branch of medicine dealing with the study, prevention, and treatment of diseases in animals, especially domesticated animals.

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Origin of veterinary medicine

First recorded in 1780–90
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British Dictionary definitions for veterinary medicine

veterinary medicine

veterinary science

noun

the branch of medicine concerned with the health of animals and the treatment of injuries or diseases that affect them
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Medicine definitions for veterinary medicine

veterinary medicine

n.

The branch of medicine that deals with the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries of animals, especially domestic animals.
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Science definitions for veterinary medicine

veterinary medicine

[vĕt′ər-ə-nĕr′ē]

The branch of medicine that deals with the diseases or injuries of animals and their treatment.
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