foot rot

[ foot rot ]

noun

1. Also called fouls,. Veterinary Pathology. an infection of sheep, causing inflammatory changes in the area of the hoofs and lameness.
2. Plant Pathology. a stem rot at ground level; crown rot.

foot rot

noun

1. vet science See rot 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of foot rot¹

First recorded in 1800–10; foot + rot

Example Sentences

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

Hunters and other members of the public are asked to report any potential cases of foot rot to the wildlife disease coordinator for the state.

From Washington Times

Cowboys would ride into a herd to check for signs of illness such as foot rot or pneumonia and drive out cows in need of medical attention.

From Reuters

If it were named from the location, which often happens, then we get as many names as there are locations; for example, horn ail, black leg, quarter evil, joint murrain, foot rot, &c.

From Project Gutenberg

Yet the work remains grueling and physical, as became clear the other day when Brother Placid spotted three cows limping from foot rot, a bacterial disease that has afflicted the herd this year.

From New York Times