braxy

/ˈbræksi/
noun
  1. A fatal bacterial disease of sheep, especially young lambs.
    • The vet diagnosed the dead sheep with braxy.
    • Farmers vaccinate their flocks to protect against braxy.
    • Braxy can kill a lamb within hours if not treated.
adjective
  1. Relating to or affected by braxy disease.
    • Braxy symptoms include sudden fever and loss of appetite.
    • The braxy lamb was isolated from the rest of the herd.
    • They disposed of the braxy carcass to prevent spread.
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