ringbone

[ ring-bohn ]

noun

, Veterinary Pathology.

1. a morbid bony growth on the pastern bones of a horse, often resulting in lameness.

ringbone

/ ˈrɪŋˌbəʊn /

noun

1. an abnormal bony growth affecting the pastern of a horse, often causing lameness

Word History and Origins

Origin of ringbone¹

First recorded in 1515–25; ring ¹ + bone

Example Sentences

A 1925 article on the capital’s equestrian statues noted: “The poorest plug in Washington is the one that General Winfield Scott bestrides at the center of Scott Circle. Yet it is a perfectly natural old Dobbin, suffering slightly from ringbone lameness and not daring to travel faster than a walk.”

From Washington Post

Oakland Zoo officials said Tiki, which is short for T’Keyah, was suffering from ringbone arthritis and other medical issues and was euthanized Nov. 2.

From Washington Times

Oakland Zoo officials said Tiki, which is short for T’Keyah, was suffering from ringbone arthritis and other medical issues and was euthanized Nov. 2.

From Seattle Times

I am the man in the her­ringbone vest.

From Literature

Ursa Major.—There is no real cure for ringbone.

From Project Gutenberg