quarter-ill

名词 n.
中文释义

英文释义

名词 n.
  1. blackleg (cattle disease) uncountable
    — When the quarter-ill made its appearance the "muckle wheel" was set in motion, and turned till fire was produced. From this virgin flame fires were kindled in the byres

词源

Because it affects the "quarters" (limbs) of cattle.
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