Meaning of the word "foot-and-mouth disease" in English
What does "foot-and-mouth disease" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
foot-and-mouth disease
US /ˌfʊt.ən.maʊθ dɪˈziːz/
UK /ˌfʊt.ən.maʊθ dɪˈziːz/
Noun
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a highly contagious viral disease of cloven-hoofed animals (such as cattle, sheep, and pigs) that is characterized by the formation of vesicles in the mouth and on the feet and by a sharp drop in milk production in dairy animals
Example:
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The outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease led to the culling of thousands of livestock.
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Vaccination programs are crucial in controlling foot-and-mouth disease.
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