foot rot


foot rot

noun

Definition of FOOT ROT

1
: a progressive inflammation of the feet of sheep, goats, or cattle that is associated with bacterial infection
2
: a plant disease marked by rot of the stem near the ground

First Known Use of FOOT ROT

1708

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