navel ill

noun

, Veterinary Pathology.

1. joint ill.

Word History and Origins

Origin of navel ill¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

The cases of navel ill resulting from infection before birth can not well be guarded against.

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This is especially necessary where outbreaks of navel ill have been known to exist.

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As to Navel-ill, much has been written on the deadliness of the complaint.

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