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What is the definition of abacterial?

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Abacterial indicates that something has no presence of bacteria in it

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What is the definition of abattoir?

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An abattoir is a location in which animals are slaughtered; a slaughter house.

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What is the definition of abaxial?

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Abaxial is a term that refers to something in particular being found away from the center of the body or the body part in question.

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What is the definition of abdomen?

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The abdomen is the part of the body between the chest and the hips.

It contains some of the most vital organs of them all, including the stomach and intestines, the bladder, the liver, and other vital organs.

Abdominal is an adjective term that refers to something pertaining to the abdomen.

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What is the definition of abdominal breathing?

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Abdominal breathing is an irregular type of breathing that uses the muscles in the wall of the abdomen to move air into the lungs and pump it back out.

Abdominal breathing is not normal and is normally the indicator of some type of respiratory condition or infection.

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What is the definition of abdominal cavity?

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The abdominal cavity is the space in the abdomen that holds the major digestive organs in an animal.

Normally referred to as the area between the diaphragm and the pelvis.

Also referred to as the peritoneal cavity.

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What is the definition of abdominal effusion?

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Abdominal effusion refers to a condition in which fluid collects around the vital organs located inside the abdomen.

This is normally the side effect of a more serious condition, like liver disease or heart disease.

Certain bacterial infections can also cause the build-up of such fluid, as can certain types of cancer.

An animal experiencing abdominal effusion will likely have an extremely bloated midsection.

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What is the definition of abdominal wall?

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The abdominal wall is a group of bones, muscles, and vital tissues that make up the wall around the organs in the abdomen.

Inside these bones, muscles, and tissues is a cavity, and the cavity is what houses the vital organs found inside the abdomen.

The abdominal wall is vital for protection of these organs.

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What is the definition of abdominocentesis?

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Abdominocentesis is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the abdomen of the animal to remove fluid.

In most cases, abdominocentesis is used to make a diagnosis of some sort in a sick animal.

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What is the definition of abduct?

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Abduct is the opposite of adduct.

It refers to the movement of something away from the animal’s midsection.

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What is the definition of abiotrophy?

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Abiotrophy refers to the loss of use of an organ in particular.

In most cases, this is a progressive condition and is inheritable.

Abiotrophy may occur in an organ, a tissue, or even the nervous system.

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What is the definition of ablactate?

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Ablactate is to take off of the teat or to stop from nursing; to wean an animal off of its mother’s milk.

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What is the definition of ablate?

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To ablate is to complete take something out of something else.

Ablation (n.) refers to removal of a particular body part by cutting it out.

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What is the definition of abomasopexy?

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The surgical procedure of attaching the fourth stomach (the abomasums) compartment to the abdominal wall.

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What is the definition of abomasums?

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In animals, the fourth of several stomach compartments. Also referred to as the true or real stomach.

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What is the definition of aboral?

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Aboral is used to describe a direction; away from or outside an animal’s mouth.

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What is the definition of abort?

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Abort is to end the pregnancy early; in animals, usually used to describe similar circumstances as a ‘miscarriage’ in humans.

An abortion (n.) is used to describe the ending of a pregnancy whether purposeful or accidental.

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What is the definition of abortive?

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Abortive means fails to work properly; unfruitful.

In veterinary medicine, used to describe an animal that is barren or unable to successfully reproduce.

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What is the definition of abrasion?

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Abrasion is an injury that has occurred in which one or more of the topmost layers of the skin are scraped away.

Also known as a scrape.

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What is the definition of abscess?

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An abscess is localized infection, usually a lesion filled with pus.

Can be large or small in size.

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What is the definition of absolute age?

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In veterinary medicine, absolute age refers to an animal’s actual age in calendar years rather than the age pertaining to their development. ex: absolute age (actual age) vs. age in ‘dog years.

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What is the definition of absorption?

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In veterinary medicine, absorption is the joining of already digested nutrients with the circulatory system.

Absorption is how an animal’s body makes use of nutrients from food.

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What is the definition of absorption rate?

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Absorption rate is rate at which digested nutrients enters the circulatory system.

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What is the definition of abundance?

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Abundance is the number of animals per unit area

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What is the definition of acariasis?

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Acariasis refers to the condition of being overrun with parasites, such as ticks or mites.

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What is the definition of acaricide?

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Acaricide is any substance known to kill certain parasites, including ticks and mites.

May be found in the form of a paste, a liquid, or a powder.

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What is the definition of acarid?

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Acarid refers to any tick or mite belonging to the order Acarina or the family Acaridae.

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What is the definition of acarine?

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Acarine is a mite or a tick

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What is the definition of acclimate?

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Acclimate is to become accustomed to new actions, surroundings, environment, or companions.

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What is the definition of acclimatisation?

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Acclimatisation is the act of helping an animal to adjust to something or some place foreign to them.

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What is the definition of accommodation?

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Accommodation is the act of helping an animal to adjust to something or some place foreign to them.

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What is the definition of accredited herd?

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Accredited herd is a term that is used to refer to dairy cattle that has been tested and received the certification necessary to be declared free of tuberculosis as described by the United States Department of Agriculture.

To be considered part of the accredited herd, two tests given must be passed.

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What is the definition of accuracy of selection?

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Accuracy of selection refers to the difference between what an animal’s breeding value was estimated to be and its actual breeding value.

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What is the definition of acetabulum?

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Acetabulum is the socket that holds the head of the femur, found in the pelvis of a given animal.

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What is the definition of acetic acid?

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Acetic acid is chemically described as CH3COOH.

In the veterinary context, acetic acid is used in the fermentation of lactic acid and a necessary component of taste in certain dairy products.

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What is the definition of acetic bacteria?

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Acetic bacteria is the bacteria that is involved with turning alcohol into acetic acid.

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What is the definition of acetic fermentation?

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Acetic fermentation is the process of turning ethyl alcohol into acetic acid with the use of fermenting bacteria.

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What is the definition of acetone?

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Chemically described as CH3COCH3, created from the fermentation of sugar and starch.

Acetone can be found in the urine of a diabetic animal, the breath of certain lactating animals, and in blood.

When found in lactating animals, acetone indicates a deficiency, usually of carbohydrates resulting from an inability to properly oxidize fat in feed.

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What is the definition of a acetonemia?

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Acetonemia is a disease.

It involves the presence of large amounts of acetone in the blood.

This condition is also referred to as: milk fever, acidosis, acetenouria, pregnancy disease (in ewes).

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What is the definition of achalasia?

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Achalasia refers to difficulty or lack of ability to release the smooth muscle in the digestive system, found in the gastrointestinal tract.

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What is the definition of achondroplasia?

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Achondroplasia refers to the changes undergone by the skeletal system during development of the fetus; has the ability to be inherited genetically.

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What is the definition of acid?

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An acid is any substance or solution with a total pH of less than 7; a term used to described low pH or an increase in the number of hydrogen ions in a given substance.

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What is the definition of acid-fast?

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Acid-fast resists the effects of acids; has less of a chance of losing color due to acidic properties

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What is the definition of acidified silage?

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Acidified silage refers to silage that is preserved with the help of certain types of acid, including sulfuric or hydrochloric acid, some combination of sulfuric and hydrochloric acid, or commercial phosphoric acid.

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What is the definition of acidity?

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Acidity refers to the density of hydrogen ions in a given solution.

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What is the definition of acidophilus?

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Acidophilus is a term used to describe an organism that tends to thrive in an acidic environment, such as soil rich in acid.

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What is the definition of acidosis?

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Acidosis is a condition of the body in which pH levels are abnormally low.

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What is the definition of acoustic?

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Acoustic refers to the sound properties of a given item

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What is the definition of acquired character?

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Acquired character is the changes that the character of a particular animal has gone through, whether the be physiological or otherwise.

May be due to the environment that they live in.

Acquired character cannot be passed on and it is not genetic in nature.

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What is the definition of acquired immunity?

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Acquired immunity refers to the immunity that can be built up to a disease or illness that an animal would normally fall victim to.

There are several reasons why this is, and it may be an active immunity (antibodies build up through having the disease) or passive immunity (e.g., immunity passed on through mother’s milk or an animal’s serum).

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What is the definition of acre per animal unit month?

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Acre per animal unit month is a measurement; used to figure the number of acres that are needed for one animal to be able to forage easily for one month when used properly.

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What is the definition of acromegaly?

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Acromegaly is an issue caused by excessive growth hormones in which the extremities become larger in size

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What is the definition of acromion?

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The acromion is the outer edge of the scapula; this is where the collar bone is attached to the animal’s body

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What is the definition of acrosome?

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Acrosome refers to the small cap that covers the head of sperm

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What is the definition of active agent?

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Active agent, also referred to as active ingredient, is a term used to describe the ingredient in a chemical that poses a toxic threat to a particular animal

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What is the definition of active immunity?

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Active immunity refers to immunity that is built up through exposure to the disease or pathogen

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What is the definition of actual analysis?

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Actual analysis is the compiling of materials using a chemical analysis generated in a laboratory rather than a generalised analysis

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What is the definition of actual use?

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Actual use is a term used to refer to the amount of area used by certain animals, e.g. livestock or hunting game; expressed in animal units or animal unit months

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What is the definition of acuity?

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Acuity is the property of being sharp; in veterinary medicine this usually refers to the quality of an animal’s vision

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What is the definition of acute?

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Acute is a term used to imply that a situation or condition is more severe than usual; also used to refer to a disease having run a short course or come on suddenly.

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What is the definition of acute renal failure?

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Acute Renal Failure is the failure of the kidneys/loss of function of the kidneys.

ARF usually comes on suddenly.

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What is the definition of acute toxicity?

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Acute toxicity is the potential that something, usually a medicine or substance, has to injure or cause illness in an animal when given as one dose or as multiple doses in the span of one day or less than one day.

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What is the definition of ad lib?

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Ad lib means as much as needed or wanted; short form of the word ad libitum

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What is the definition of ad lib feeding?

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Ad lib feeding is a term used to refer to a type of feeding in which there are no restrictions placed on the amount of food to be given at any time.

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What is the definition of ad libitum?

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Ad libitum is often shortened to ad lib; term used to refer to the amount of feed ingested when made completely available without limitation or restriction.

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What is the definition of adaptability?

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Adaptability is the potential that an animal or organism has to change their bodies or lifestyles to suit their surroundings or environment.

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What is the definition of adaptation?

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Adaptation is a term used to refer to the activities or processes that an animal goes to make changes necessary for it to survive in its current environment, whether temporarily or otherwise.

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What is the definition of additives?

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Additives are items or ingredients added to feed as part of the manufacturing process; may also be used for preservation.

Additives also work to increase nutritional value of certain foods, increase the taste appeal, and make it more attractive.

There are legalities surrounding the amounts and types of additives allowed in feed.

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What is the definition of addled egg?

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An addled egg is the result of the mixing of an egg’s yolk with the egg white.

It may also be referred to as a rotten egg, and cannot be eaten.

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What is the definition of adduction?

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Adduction means to move inward or toward the midsection of the animal

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What is the definition of adenocarcinoma?

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Adenocarcinoma is the result of a malignant growth of the tissue of the epithelial gland.

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What is the definition of adenohypophysis?

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Adenohypophysis is the rearmost pituitary gland; the only area of the pituitary gland that is functional.

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What is the definition of adherence?

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Adherence is a property in which one item has the ability to stick or adhere to another.

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What is the definition of adhesion?

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Adhesion refers to fibers that bond items together that would not normally be combined.

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What is the definition of adipocyte?

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Adipocyte is a cell of fat

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What is the definition of adipose?

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Adipose refers to the quality of being fat or full of fat.

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What is the definition of adjusted weaning weight (adjusted 205-day weight)?

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Adjusted weaning weight (adjusted 205-day weight), refers to the weight of a young animal at the time of weaning;

this weight is adjusted to the standard for 205 days old as well as the age of the dam itself.

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What is the definition of adjusted weaning weight (adjusted 365-day weight)?

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Adjusted weaning weight (adjusted 365-day weight), refers to the weight of a yearling after adjustments for the age of the dam and adjusted to a standard 365 days old.

It changes in the numbers of animals, the seasons, classes or types of animals.

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What is the definition of adnexa?

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Adnexa refers to the structures of any given organ.

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What is the definition of adrenal cortex?

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The adrenal cortex is the outermost part of the adrenal gland

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What is the definition of adrenal gland?

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The adrenal gland is the gland that produces the hormone adrenaline and others; helps to regulate the metabolism, electrolytes, and even sexual function; also helps to regulate the way the body responds to injury, trauma, etc.

The adrenal gland is found near the kidney.

Also referred to as the suprarenal gland.

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What is the definition of adrenal medulla?

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The adrenal medulla is the innermost part of the adrenal gland.

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What is the definition of adrenalectomy?

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An adrenalectomy is the process of surgically extracting one or both of the adrenal glands.

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What is the definition of adrenaline?

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Adrenaline is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands, also often referred to as epinephrine.

Adrenaline is used in the body’s response to traumatic situations or emergencies.

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What is the definition of adrenopathy?

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Adrenopathy is a term used to refer to a type of disease that affects any portion of the adrenal glands.

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What is the definition of adventitious sounds?

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Adventitious sounds are sounds of the respiratory system; e.g. bronchi, rales.

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What is the definition of aerobe?

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Aerobe is a term used to refer to certain types of bacteria or organisms that only have the ability to survive in an environment of free oxygen.

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What is the definition of aerogun?

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Aerogun is a term used to refer to bacteria with the ability to produce certain types of gas.

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What is the definition of aerophobia?

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Aerophobia is the act of swallowing air.

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What is the definition of afebrile?

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Afebrile is a state, usually of illness, in which the subject is free of fever.

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What is the definition of afferent?

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Afferent means carrying toward; usually refers to nerves in the nervous system that carry certain impulses.

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What is the definition of aflatoxin?

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Aflatoxin is a substance created by a certain fungus, Aspergillus flavus, a carcinogen; known to contaminate corn, some nuts, and certain types of grain.

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What is the definition of afterbirth?

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Afterbirth is found attached to the fetus while en utero; expelled upon birth of the fetus.

Term used to refer to the placenta.

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What is the definition of agalactia?

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Agalactia is a condition in which an animal fails to nurse after birth of the offspring due to lack of secretion of milk; condition often found in female horses.

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What is the definition of agalactic mare?

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An agalatic mare is a female horse that is not properly lactating to feed her foal.

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What is the definition of age class?

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Age class is a term used to describe the grouping of animals by age.

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What is the definition of aged horse?

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Aged horse is a term used to describe a horse over the age of eight years old; often used to refer to a horse over the age of 12 years old.

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What is the definition of agglutination?

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Agglutination is the grouping together of certain cells, molecules, or particles into one area or clump.

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What is the definition of agglutinins?

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Agglutinins are either:

Antibodies that are created as an animal’s natural response to an infection or the presence of strange micro organisms; these antibodies cause the organisms to clump together.

Or

Any substance or antibody that causes certain organisms to clump together; usually causes the clumping of the organism that caused it to be produced in the first place.

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What is the definition of agonal breathing?

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Agonal breathing is breathing that occurs when an animal is near death or suffering from severe pain.

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What is the definition of agonist?

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Agonist refers to any substance that causes a certain effect by attaching itself to the right receptor.

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102
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What is the definition of agonistic?

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In veterinary terms, agonistic refers to an animal whose behavior indicates offensive/defensive activities

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What is the definition of agoraphobia?

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Agoraphobia is the term for a fear of wide open spaces; in veterinary terms, it refers to animals who are kept stabled or in stalls for an extended period of time.

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What is the definition of agostadero?

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Agostadero is a term used mostly in the southwestern United States; and refers to a pasture that is used only during the summer months.

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105
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What is the definition of agouti?

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Agouti is a type of coat pattern in which the fur is darker toward the root and becomes gradually lighter near the tip.

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What is the definition of agranulocyte?

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Agranulocyte is any cell that does not have the normal granular structures in the cytoplasm.

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107
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What is the definition of agrarian?

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Agrarian refers to anything pertaining to or relating to the agriculture industry.

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108
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What is the definition of agriculture?

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Agriculture is a broad term used to indicate the industry involved with producing animals and plants for use by humans.

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109
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What is the definition of aids?

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Aids are used in the equine industry; and refers to the methods by which a rider communicates with his horse.

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110
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What is the definition of air sacs?

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Airs sacs is an avian term; referring to pockets in the respiratory system of birds that hold air and allow them the ability to fly and the buoyancy necessary to do so.

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111
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What is the definition of albidus?

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Albidus is a term that indicates something being white in color.

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112
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What is the definition of albino?

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The term albino refers to an animal who lacks normal coloring; lacks of melanin.

Albino animals usually have a pure white coat and pink or red eyes.

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113
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What is the definition of albumin?

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The term albumin refers to a type of protein that can be dissolved in water; found in milk, egg white, certain muscle, blood, and some urine.

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What is the definition of albuminaria?

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Albuminaria is a condition in which albumin is found in urine.

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115
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What is the definition of albus?

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Albus is a term indicating that something is white in color.

See albidus.

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116
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What is the definition of alcohol?

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Alcohol is the term used to refer to a family of organic chemical compounds that consist of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen in any form.

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117
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What is the definition of alcohol test?

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The alcohol test is a test in which milk and ethyl alcohol are combined to detect milk with abnormal properties.

While normal milk should not cling to the tube, abnormal milk tends to cling to the glass.

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118
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What is the definition of alcohol-alizarin test?

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The alcohol-alizarin test is a test in which alcohol and alizarin are combined with milk.

If the solution turns reddish, that indicates the presence of normal milk.

If the solution turns yellowish or brown in color, that is the indication of sour or rotten milk.

A solution that turns purple or violent in color indicates the presence of mastitis milk.

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119
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What is the definition of aleukia?

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Aleukia is a condition in which leukocytes (white blood cells) are not found in the blood of an animal.

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120
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What is the definition of alfalfa

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Alfalfa is a crop; often eaten by horses as a vital source of fiber and protein.

Alfalfa has compound leaves made up of three small leaves.

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121
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What is the definition of alimentary tract?

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The term alimentary tract refers to the system in the body that deals with the processing of food and nutrients in between the mouth and the anus; may also be referred to as the GI tract, the intestinal tract, or the gastrointestinal tract.

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What is the definition of alkaline?

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The term alkaline refers to a substance having the property of a high pH or a low amount of hydrogen ions.

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123
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What is the definition of allantois?

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The term allantois refers to the layer of the placenta closest to the inside.

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124
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What is the definition of allergen?

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The term allergen refers to any substance with the potential to produce an allergic reaction in an animal prone to such a reaction.

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125
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What is the definition of allergy?

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An allergy is a condition in which the body reacts to a particular item or product; may also be referred to as hypersensitivity.

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126
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What is the definition of allogamy?

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The term allogamy refers to the process of cross-fertilization.

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127
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What is the definition of allopolyploid?

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The term allopolyploid is used to refer to a polyploidy that contains chromosomes that are different from one another, as in from more than two species.

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What is the definition of allosomes?

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The term allosomes is used to refer to a type of chromosome that is different in one reason or another, either by a discrepancy in behavior, shape, or size.

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129
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What is the definition of allotment?

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In the agricultural industry, the term allotment is used to refer to an area that is designated for use by a certain number of cows or sheep or for use by both types of animals.

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130
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What is the definition of alopecia?

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Alopecia is a condition of hair loss resulting in either complete baldness or patches of baldness.

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131
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What is the definition of alpaca?

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The term alpaca refers to either

A type of llama found in Peru and adjacent South American countries

or

The product of the alpaca; a type of wool that can be used to create goods.

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132
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What is the definition of alter?

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The term alter means to change by neutering or spaying.

May also be referred to as cutting, gelding, or emasculating.

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133
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What is the definition of alteration of generations?

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The alteration of generations is a theory of reproduction in which certain characteristics are only found in every other generation.

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134
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What is the definition of alternate grazing?

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The term alternate grazing refers to the process of rotating pastures in a manner which allows the forage to grow back before it is grazed once more.

May also be referred to as rotational grazing.

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135
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What is the definition of alternate host?

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The term alternate host refers to an organism in which a parasite or organism inhabits for only a certain part of its life cycle.

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136
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What is the definition of amasesis?

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The term amasesis is used to refer to an animal without the ability to chew.

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137
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What is the definition of ambidextrous?

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The term ambidextrous refers to a living thing that can use both hands equally well, as in not solely considered to be right-handed or left-handed.

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138
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What is the definition of ambient?

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The term ambients means around or surrounding.

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139
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What is the definition of amble?

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The term amble refers to a type of gait that is slower or broken up in cadence; usually lateral.

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140
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What is the definition of ambler?

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The term ambler is used to refer to a type of horse who paces; usually refers to sporting horses.

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141
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What is the definition of amblotic?

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The term amblotic is used to refer to a substance, organism, or disease that has the potential to cause abortion in animals.

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142
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What is the definition of amblyopia?

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The term amblyopia refers to a condition in which loss of sight occurs without being attributed to any particular disease or medical condition.

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143
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What is the definition of amino acids?

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Amino acids are organic substances that aid in the creation of proteins; also the end product of the decomposition of certain proteins.

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144
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What is the definition of amitosis?

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The term amitosis refers to a condition in which the body takes in an excess amount of amino acids

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145
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What is the definition of ammonia?

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The term ammonia refers to a chemical compound made of nitrogen and hydrogen; NH3.

Often added to feed to make it more nutritious for livestock; usually lacks color but has a strong odor.

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146
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What is the definition of amnesia?

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The term amnesia refers to a condition in which loss of memory occurs.

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What is the definition of amniocentesis?

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The term amniocentesis refers to the process of obtaining abdominal fluid by puncturing the abdomen with a needle and going through the walls of the uterus to obtain it.

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148
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What is the definition of amnion?

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The term amnion refers to the membrane in the uterus that is closest to the fetus; also referred to as the amniotic sac.

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149
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What is the definition of amniotic cavity?

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The term amniotic cavity refers to the area in the uterus that surrounds the embryo.

150
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What is the definition of amniotic fluid?

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The term amniotic fluid refers to the fluid that nourishes the fetus; found in the amniotic sac.

151
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What is the definition of amoeba?

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The term amoeba refers to an organism with no shape or form; moves with the help of a false foot.

152
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What is the definition of amotus?

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The term amotus refers to the hind toe in certain species of birds; the amotus is not one of the digits that touches the ground when the bird is standing.

153
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What is the definition of amphibian?

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The term amphibian refers to an animal, usually a reptile, that starts out breathing with the help of gills and develops into an animal capable of breathing through lungs like a mammal.

154
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What is the definition of amphigean?

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Amphigean is a term used to refer to an animal that exists in both the Old World and the New World.

155
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What is the definition of amphoteric?

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Amphoteric is a term that refers to the property of having the ability to react as an acid, base, or casein.

156
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What is the definition of ampule?

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Ampule is a term used to describe a measurement unit for packaging.

157
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What is the definition of amputation?

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Amputation is the process of removing all or part of a body part; usually refers to a limb (arm or leg) and is done for medical reasons.

158
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What is the definition of amylase?

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Amylase is a term used to refer to a certain enzyme that the pancreas creates to help in the digestion of certain starches.

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What is the definition of amylopsin?

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Amylopsin is an enzyme created by the pancreas to break sugars down into starch.

160
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What is the definition of anabiosis?

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Anabiosis is the act of reviving a living thing after it has died or appeared to have died.

161
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What is the definition of anabolism?

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The term anabolism refers to the building up or building together; the building of cells in the body.

The term opposite to catabolism.

162
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What is the definition of anadipsia?

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The term anadipsia refers to a condition referring to excessive thirst.

163
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What is the definition of anaerobe?

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Anaerobe is a term used to refer to an organism that can live without the aid of free oxygen; usually refers to certain types of bacteria.

164
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What is the definition of anaerobic?

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The term anaerobic refers to either

Living in an environment lacking free oxygen

or

Pertaining to an organism with the ability to live in an environment lacking free oxygen.

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What is the definition of anaerobic bacteria?

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The term anaerobic bacteria refers to bacteria that does not require the presence of free oxygen to live, survive, and reproduce; may even be hindered by the presence of free oxygen in their environment.

166
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What is the definition of anal?

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The term anal refers to something involving the last portion of the digestive process and the last abdominal segment, the anus.

167
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What is the definition of anal glands?

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The term anal glands refers to tissue located inside the anal sac that aids in the marking of territory in animals, for defense, or for sexual behavior.

168
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What is the definition of anal sacculitis?

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The term sacculitis refers to a condition in which the pouches inside the anus become inflamed.

169
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What is the definition of analgesia?

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The term analgesia refers to something being without the presence of pain.

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What is the definition of analgesic?

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The term analgesic refers to any medication that is designed to aid in relieving pain without being a sedative.

171
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What is the definition of analogous?

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In veterinary medicine, the term analogous is used to refer to structures that are anatomically different but perform functions that are somewhat the same in nature.

172
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What is the definition of anaphylaxis?

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The term anaphylaxis is used to refer to an animal’s response to a certain substance, usually foreign; may include swelling, airway blockage, etc; may also be referred to as anaphylactic shock.

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What is the definition of anaplasia?

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The term anaplasia refers to any change in the way that cells are arranged and structured in relation to one another.

174
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What is the definition of anastomosis?

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The term anastomosis refers to a surgical procedure in which two hollow tubes or structures are surgically connected.

175
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What is the definition of anatomic position?

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The term anatomic position is used to refer to an animal in its regular standing position.

176
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What is the definition of anatomy?

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The term anatomy refers to the study of the structure of the body.

177
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What is the definition of ancestor?

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The term ancestor refers to any individual from which a person or animal is descended.

178
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What is the definition of ancestor merit?

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In agriculture; the term ancestor merit is used to refer to the estimate of the female offspring of any given bill based on the bull’s sire and grandsire on its maternal side.

179
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What is the definition of androgenesis?

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The term androgenesis refers to the theory of the development of any offspring that lacks maternal chromosomes.

180
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What is the definition of androgynised cow?

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The term androgynised cow is used to refer to a cow that has undergone testosterone therapy; usually adorned with a bell-shaped marker.

181
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What is the definition of anechoic?

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The term anechoic is used to refer to an ultrasonic wave that is transmitted into tissue without it being reflected back.

182
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What is the definition of anemia?

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The term anemia is used to refer to a condition of the blood in which normal red blood cell counts or hemoglobin are lacking.

183
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What is the definition of anesthesia?

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The term anaesthesia refers to the absence of feeling; a medication administered to relieve the sensation of feeling in surgery or other medical procedures.

184
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What is the definition of anesthetic?

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The term anesthetic refers to any substance known to eliminate feeling; usually applied during a painful medical procedure.

185
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What is the definition of anestrous?

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The term anestrous refers to the period in which an animal is not inclined to mate or breed; any time in which a female animal does not cycle.

186
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What is the definition of aneurysm?

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The term aneurysm refers to the enlargement of an artery; usually shaped like a bubble or balloon.

187
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What is the definition of angiocardogram?

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The term angiocradogram refers to a study of the vessels and heart by way of radiograph; uses dyes and other contrasting materials.

188
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What is the definition of angiogram?

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The term angiogram refers to the study of blood vessels after dye has been injected into them to create a visual contrast.

189
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What is the definition of angiopathy?

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The term antipathy refers to a disease of the blood vessels.

190
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What is the definition of angioplasty?

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The term angioplasty refers to the process of surgically fixing or repairing damaged blood vessels.

191
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What is the definition of angiorrhaphy?

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The term angiorrhapy refers to the suturing of a blood vessel.

192
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What is the definition of angora?

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The term Angora is used to refer to longer fur, usually found on cats or rabbits.

193
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What is the definition of anhydrosis?

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The term anhydrosis is used to refer to a state in an animal in which it cannot sweat.

194
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What is the definition of animal kingdom?

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The term animal kingdom refers to the entire group of animals in the world; consists of twelve branches of animals.

Protozoa
Coelenterata
Echinodermata
Tunicata
Mollusca
Vermes
Arthropoda
Pices
Amphibia
Reptilia
Aves
Mammalia
195
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What is the definition of animal rights?

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The term animal rights is used to refer to the idea that animals are entitled to similar rights as human beings and should not be eaten or abused.

Also known as animal welfare

196
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What is the definition of animal therapy?

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The term animal therapy refers to the use of animals as therapy for human beings; may be used to relieve loneliness or provide comfort and soothing.

197
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What is the definition of animal type?

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The term animal type refers to any combination of qualities or characteristics in an animal that makes it appropriate for a certain kind of use.

198
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What is the definition of animal welfare?

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The term animal welfare is similar to the term animal rights; the idea that animals should be treated with care and kindness.

199
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What is the definition of anisocoria?

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The term anisocoria refers to a medical condition in which the pupils of both eyes are differently sized.

200
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What is the definition of anisocytosis?

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The term anisocytosis refers to a condition in which cells are unequal.

201
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What is the definition of ankylosis?

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The term ankylosis refers to a condition in which a joint is unable to move, usually due to some type of illness or medical procedure.

202
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What is the definition of anogenital distance?

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The term anogenital distance refers to the distance between the anus and the reproductive organs

203
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What is the definition of anomaly?

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The term anomaly refers to anything deviating from what is usually regarded to be normal.

204
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What is the definition of anophthalmos?

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The term anophthalmos

means that something is lacking the development of one or two eyes.

205
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What is the definition of anoplasty?

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The term anoplasty refers to a surgical procedure in which the anus is repaired.

206
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What is the definition of anorectal?

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The term anorectal refers to the opening of the large intestine.

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What is the definition of anorexia?

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In veterinary terms, the term anorexia is used to refer to the loss of appetite or lack of eating.

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What is the definition of anoxia?

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The term anoxia refers to the lack of oxygen.

209
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What is the definition of antagonism?

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The term antagonism is used to refer to what happens when chemical is exposed to another chemical.

210
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What is the definition of antagonist?

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The term antagonist is used to refer to any substance that is used to stop something from happening by binding to the particular receptor that is responsible

211
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What is the definition of antebrachium?

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The term antebrachium refers to the area of the front legs that is found between the elbow and the carpal joints.

212
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What is the definition of antefebrile?

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The term antefebrile is used to refer to the time before a fever sets in.

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What is the definition of antepartumtion of the body?

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The term antepartumtion of the body is used to refer to the time before a fever sets in.

214
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What is the definition of anterior?

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In veterinary terms, the term anterior used to refer to the front of the body.

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What is the definition of anterior chamber?

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The term anterior chamber is used to indicate the space behind the cornea of the eye and in front of the iris; contains liquid.

216
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What is the definition of anterior pituitary?

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The term anterior pituitary is used to refer to the front of the pituitary gland; can be found at the bottom of the brain and is responsible for the secretion of certain hormones that deal with growth and other bodily functions.

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What is the definition of anterior presentation?

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The term anterior presentation refers to the normal position of an animal during birth, with the feet and head set to come out first.

218
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What is the definition of anthelmintic?

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The term anthelmintic is usually used in veterinary medicine to refer to certain drugs that are designed to combat intestinal worms in animals.

219
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What is the definition of antiarrhythmic?

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The term antiarrhythmic is used to refer to any drug or medical substance that has the ability to slow down or stop the growth of bacteria and other such organisms.

220
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What is the definition of antibacterial?

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The term antibacterial is used to refer to any drug or medical substance that has the ability to slow down or stop the growth of bacteria and other such organisms.

221
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What is the definition of antibiosis?

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The term antibiosis is used to refer to a relationship between two organisms in which one of the organisms causes harm to or kills the other.

222
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What is the definition of antibiotic?

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The term antibiotic is used to refer to any substance that is used to slow down the growth of bacteria or stop it altogether.

223
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What is the definition of antibody?

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The term antibody refers to a protein in the body that is designed to fight disease; antibodies are brought on by the presence of certain antigens in the system.

224
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What is the definition of anticarcinogen?

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The term antocarcinogen refers to any substance that slows down or stops the activities of any substance known to be a carcinogen (known to cause cancer).

225
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What is the definition of anticoagulant?

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The term anticoagulant is used to refer to any drug that is used to slow down or stop the clotting of blood for medical purposes.

226
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What is the definition of anticonvulsant?

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The term anticonvulsant is used to refer to any substance or drug that stops seizures.

227
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What is the definition of antidiarrheal?

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The term antidiarrheal is used to refer to any drug or substance that is known to prevent bowel movements or stop diarrhea.

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What is the definition of antidiuresis?

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The term antidiuresis refers to a condition in which urine is produced and eliminated on a slower basis.

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What is the definition of antidote?

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The term antidote refers to any substance used to combat the effects of certain poisons.

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What is the definition of antiemetic?

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The term antiemetic is used to refer to any drug or substance that is used to control vomiting.

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What is the definition of antigen?

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The term antigen refers to any substance or item that the body of an animal would regard as strange or unwanted; a foreign disease or virus in the body (toxin, etc.)

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What is the definition of antihypertensive?

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The term antihypertensive is used to refer to any drug that lowers an animal’s blood pressure.

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What is the definition of antimutagen?

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The term antimutagen is used to refer to any substance that slows down or prevents the activity of a mutagen.

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What is the definition of antineoplastic agent?

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The term antineoplastic agent is used to refer to a drug that is used to treat a neoplasm.

235
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What is the definition of antioxidant?

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The term antioxidant is used to describe any compound, whether vitamin, mineral, nutraceutical, or herb that contains compounds that prevent the process of oxidization.

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What is the definition of antipruritic agent?

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The term antipruritic agent refers to any drug that is used to control itching and resultant inflammation.

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What is the definition of antipyretic?

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The term antipyretic is used to describe a drug that is used to reduce a feverish temperature.

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What is the definition of antisepsis?

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The term antisepsis is used to describe the process of preventing certain infections by destroying or excluding certain organisms that may be known to contribute to them.

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What is the definition of antiseptic?

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The term antiseptic refers to any drug that kills organisms in an animal’s tissue or prevents the growth of more.

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What is the definition of antiserum?

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The term antiserum refers to any serum that is known to contain the antibodies that contain the antigen necessary to combat a certain disease; usually contains antibodies extracted from an animal that has been infected with the disease and built up an immunity

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What is the definition of antispasmodic?

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The term antispasmodic refers to any drug that is known to prevent spasms of any muscles in the body.

242
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What is the definition of antitoxin?

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The term antitoxin refers to a type of antiserum that contains antibodies against certain poisons.

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What is the definition of antitussive?

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The term antitussive refers to a medication designed to reduce or eliminate a cough.

244
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What is the definition of antivivisectionist?

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The term antivivisectionist refers to any person who is against or works against surgery on live animals for the purpose of education or veterinary research.

245
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What is the definition of antler?

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The term antler refers to an object protruding from the skull on certain animals; deciduous and ossified in nature. May be found on deer, elk, etc.

246
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What is the definition of antrum?

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The term antrum refers to the empty space inside any hollow organ or bodily structure.

247
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What is the definition of anuria?

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The term anuria refers to the lack of production of urine in an animal’s body.

248
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What is the definition of anus?

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The term anus refers to the end of the gastrointestinal tract; the opening at the end of the tract.

249
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What is the definition of aorta?

A

The term aorta refers to the name of the main artery that starts in the left ventricle of an animal’s four chamber heart.

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What is the definition of aortic semilunar value?

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The term aortic semilunar value refers to the fold of membranes between the left ventricle and the aorta.

251
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What is the definition of apathy?

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The term apathy refers to lack of caring; indifference.

252
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What is the definition of aperture?

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The term aperture refers to any type of opening

253
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What is the definition of apex?

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The term apex refers to the very tip or peak of something

254
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What is the definition of aphakia?

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The term aphakia refers to the absence of a lens, as in an eye.

255
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What is the definition of aphtha?

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The term aphtha refers to a small sac inside the udder, between the toes, or inside the mouth of certain animals; may have to do with a foot-and-mouth disease or affliction.

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What is the definition of apia matter?

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The term apia matter refers to the third layer of the meninges

257
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What is the definition of aplasia?

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The term aplasia refers to instances when a certain organ or vital tissue fails to properly or fully develop.

258
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What is the definition of apnea?

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The term apnea refers to the failure to breathe properly, as in while sleeping; lack of breathing.

259
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What is the definition of appendage?

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The term appendage refers to something that is attached to something else, usually something larger; e.g. a leg or an arm.

260
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What is the definition of appendicular skeleton?

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The term appendicular skeleton refers to the bones that make up the extremities on the body, including the shoulders, etc.

261
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What is the definition of appositional?

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The term appositional refers to placing something side-by-side with something else.

262
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What is the definition of approach?

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In veterinary terms, the term approach is used to refer to the procedure by which a certain part will be dissected and/or exposed.

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What is the definition of apterium?

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The term apterium is used to refers to an area on a bird that lacks feathers.

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What is the definition of apterous?

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The term apterous refers something lacking wings.

265
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What is the definition of aqueous humor?

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The term aqueous humor is a term used to refer to the liquid that gives nourishment to the structures inside the rear segment of an animal’s eye.

266
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What is the definition of arachnid?

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The term arachnid is used to refer to a group of bugs known for having four pairs of legs and either one or two bodily segments; spiders are the most famous of all arachnids.

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What is the definition of arachnoid?

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The term arachnoid is used to refer to something being constructed of tiny hairs; a cobweb is arachnoid in nature.

268
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What is the definition of arch?

A

The term arch refers to a bend or curve

269
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What is the definition of archetype?

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The term archetype refers to plants or animals from which certain qualities have been inherited.

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What is the definition of arena?

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The term arena refers to the place where something happens; the area in which certain actions take place.

271
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What is the definition of ark?

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The term ark is usually used in the context of care for rabbits; a little structure with a ridged roof that may be used to house rabbits.

272
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What is the definition of arrestor pilus?

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The term arrestor pilus refers to the muscle that is attached to the hair follicle that causes the hair to stand up straight; the plural form of this word is arrector pili.

273
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What is the definition of arteriectomy?

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The term arteriectomy refers to the removal of part of an artery by surgical procedure.

274
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What is the definition of arterioles?

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The term arterioles refers to the smaller veins or arteries that extend out from larger arteries.

275
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What is the definition of arterioplasty?

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The term arterioplasty refers to a surgical procedure in which damage to an artery is rectified or an artery is repaired.

276
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What is the definition of arteriosclerosis?

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The term arteriosclerosis refers to a medical condition in which arteries become thicker and harder in texture.

277
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What is the definition of arteriotomy?

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The term arrteriotomy refers to a medical procedure in which an artery is cut or sliced open.

278
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What is the definition of artery?

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The term artery refers to a large blood vessel that transports blood out of the heart.

279
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What is the definition of arthralgia?

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The term arthralgia is used to refer to a medical condition that causes pain in the joints.

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What is the definition of arthritis?

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The term arthritis is used to refer to a medical condition in which the joints become inflamed and causes a great deal of pain.

281
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What is the definition of arthrocentesis?

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The term arthrocentesis is used to refer to a medical procedure in which the joints are punctured in order to remove fluid.

282
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What is the definition of arthrodesis?

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The term arthrodesis refers to a surgical procedure in which vertebrae in the spine or a joint is surgically fused.

283
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What is the definition of arthrodynia?

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The term arthrodynia is used to refer to pain in the joints

284
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What is the definition of arthrogram?

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The term arthrogram refers to the recording of the examination of a joint after dye has been injected to detect contrasts for some medical purpose.

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What is the definition of arthrography?

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The term arthrography refers to the process of performing an examination on a joint after dye has been injected into the joint.

286
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What is the definition of arthrology?

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The term arthrology refers to the study of joints, joint pain, and anything related to the joints.

287
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What is the definition of arthropathy?

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The term arthropathy refers to a disease affecting a joint in the body.

288
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What is the definition of arthropod?

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The term arthropod refers to an animal belonging to the phylum Arthropoda; characterized by an external skeleton and jointed legs. May include certain insects and crustaceans.

289
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What is the definition of arthroscope?

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The term arthroscope refers to a medical instrument used to look at the inside of a joint.

290
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What is the definition of arthroscopy?

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The term arthroscopy refers to the endoscopic method of examining the inside of a joint.

291
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What is the definition of arthroslecrosis?

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The term arthroslecrosis refers to a medical condition characterised by stiffening or hardening of the joints.

292
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What is the definition of artificial hormone?

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The term artificial hormone refers to a hormone that is created to be used in place of hormones that an animal’s body would have produced naturally otherwise.

293
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What is the definition of artificial insemination?

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The term artificial insemination refers to a method of breeding in which semen is collected and stored to be inserted into the vagina without actual breeding activity; often shortened to AI in the veterinary world.

294
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What is the definition of artificially acquired immunity?

A

The term artificially acquired immunity is used to refer to immunity that comes about because a vaccine was administered.

295
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What is the definition of artiodactyla?

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The term artiodactyls is a zoological term used to refer to a certain order of mammals; includes animals with hooves and an even number of toes.

296
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What is the definition of ascending?

A

The term ascending means moving upward

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What is the definition of ascites?

A

The term ascites refers to the collection of fluid in the peritoneal cavity.

298
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What is the definition of ascorbic acid?

A

The term ascorbic acid refers to Vitamin C which is known to prevent scurvy and is found in fruits and vegetables.

299
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What is the definition of asepsis?

A

The term asepsis refers to a medical state in which infection is not present

300
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What is the definition of aseptic technique?

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The term aseptic technique is used to refer to cautions used in order to prevent a wound from becoming infected or contaminated.

301
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What is the definition of asper?

A

The term asper is used to indicate something being raspy or rough.

302
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What is the definition of asphyxia?

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The term asphyxia refers to a medical condition resulting in a lack of oxygen, usually resulting in death.

303
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What is the definition of asphyxiation?

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The term asphyxiation refers to a lack of breathing due to a purposeful cut off of air; may also be referred to as suffocation.

304
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What is the definition of aspirate?

A

The term aspirate refers to either

Inhaling

or

Getting out fluid or gas by the act of sucking.

305
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What is the definition of assay?

A

The term assay refers to a type of test that is used to count the number of organisms in a particular sample.

306
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What is the definition of assess?

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The term assess means to make a decision about or evaluate.

307
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What is the definition of assessment?

A

The term assessment refers to a test or evaluation.

308
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What is the definition of assimilation?

A

The term assimilation refers to the absorption of something

309
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What is the definition of asthenia?

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The term asthenia refers to the lack of strength in the body; weakness; inability to perform excessive amounts of work.

310
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What is the definition of asthma?

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The term asthma refers to an allergic disorder that results in difficulty breathing.

311
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What is the definition of astomous?

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The term astomous refers to something without a mouth

312
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What is the definition of astringent?

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The term astringent refers to any drug that is known to cause tissues to contract, such as tannic acid, zinc oxide, or zinc sulfate.

313
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What is the definition of astrocyte?

A

The term astrocyte refers to a type of shell that is shaped like a star

314
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What is the definition of astrocytoma?

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The term astrocytoma refers to tumor of the head that is made up of astrocyte (star-shaped) cells.

315
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What is the definition of asymmetrical?

A

The term asymmetrical refers to something being out of proportion or unbalanced; may also be referred to as unsymmetrical.

316
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What is the definition of asymptomatic?

A

The term asymptomatic is used to refer to a condition of having a disease or affliction but not displaying symptoms of it.

317
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What is the definition of asystole?

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The term asystole indicates a lack of contraction; used to refer to a lack of activity in the heart.

318
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What is the definition of atavism?

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The term atavism refers to the re-emergence of a disease or a certain characteristic after it has skipped one or more generations.

319
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What is the definition of ataxia?

A

The term ataxia refers to a medical condition in which an animal is unable to control the movements of their muscles; may result in collapse or stumbling.

320
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What is the definition of atelactasis?

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The term atelactasis refers to a medical condition in which the alveoli fail to fully expand or collapse due to a lack of air.

321
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What is the definition of atherosclerosis?

A

The term atherosclerosis refers to a medical condition in which the arteries become small and hard as the result of excessive fatty deposits.

322
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What is the definition of atlas?

A

The term atlas refers to the number one cervical vertebrae.

323
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What is the definition of atomization?

A

The term atomization refers to the process in which a liquid is turned into a very fine spray.

324
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What is the definition of atonic?

A

The term atonic refers to something lacking control of the muscles.

325
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What is the definition of atopy?

A

The term atopy refers to a form of hypersensitivity or allergy in certain animals.

326
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What is the definition of atraumatic?

A

The term atraumatic is used to refer to something that results from a method of treatment that caused no trauma or damage.

327
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What is the definition of atresia?

A

The term atresia refers to the absence of a body opening that would normally be there; the absence of a certain organ that is tubular in structure.

328
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What is the definition of atrioventricular?

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The term atrioventricular refers to the atrium and the ventricle.

329
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What is the definition of atrioventricular node?

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The atrioventricular node refers to a mass of tissue that can be found inside the right atrium; transmits electrical impulses to certain areas of the heart.

330
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What is the definition of atrioventricular valve?

A

The term atrioventricular valve refers to the fold of membranes found among the front and rear chambers of the heart; may be described as the left and right atrioventricular valve.

331
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What is the definition of atrium?

A

The term atrium refers to the superior chamber in an animal’s heart.

332
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What is the definition of atrophy?

A

The term atrophy refers to the wasting away of certain tissues; a medical condition that occurs when tissues fail to grow.

333
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What is the definition of attaint?

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The term attaint refers to a wound that can be found on the leg of a horse; an attaint can be attributed to damage caused by a horse’s own hooves.

334
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What is the definition of attenuate?

A

The term attenuate means to wear down or reduce; to dilute or make thinner.

335
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What is the definition of attenuation?

A

The term attenuation is used to refer to the decrease in intensity of an ultrasound beam as it travels through bodily tissue.

336
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What is the definition of atypical?

A

The term atypical refers to something deviating from the normal; not typical.

337
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What is the definition of aubin?

A

A term aubin is used to describe a strange gait in a horse; it is slower than normal but may resemble a gallop.

338
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What is the definition of auditory?

A

The term auditory refers to anything pertaining to what can be heard; hearing.

339
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What is the definition of auditory ossifies?

A

The term auditory ossifies is used to refer to a group of three small bones in the heart that transmit certain vibrations and allow for hearing.

340
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What is the definition of aural?

A

The term aural means anything referring to the ear.

341
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What is the definition of aural hematoma?

A

The term aural hematoma refers to a pooling or mass filled with blood that can be found in the outer ear.

342
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What is the definition of auscultation?

A

The term auscultation refers to the use of a stethoscope (usually) in listening to the sounds of an animal’s body.

343
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What is the definition of autoclave?

A

The term autoclave refers to a device used to sterilize instruments with the use of pressurized steam.

344
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What is the definition of autogenous vaccine?

A

The term autogenous vaccine refers to a vaccine that is made from the bacteria of the patient it is being used to treat.

345
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What is the definition of autoimmune disease?

A

The term autoimmune disease refers to any disease in which an animal’s body creates antibodies that are used against itself.

346
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What is the definition of autoimmunity?

A

The term autoimmunity refers to a medical condition in which an animal becomes allergic to its own tissues; may result in a severe illness.

347
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What is the definition of autolysis?

A

The term autolysis refers to the process in which meat ‘rots’ after slaughtering or fruits or vegetables become soft; also referred to as self-digestion.

348
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What is the definition of autonomic nervous system?

A

The term autonomic nervous system refers to the part of the nervous system that contains the nerves that control involuntary movement.

349
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What is the definition of autosome?

A

The term autosome refers to a chromosome not involved in determining sex.

350
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What is the definition of autotrophic?

A

The term autotrophic is used to indicate an organism that creates their own source of food.

351
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What is the definition of autumn lag?

A

The term autumn lag is used to refer to the period of autumn in which certain animals cease reproduction.

352
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What is the definition of available energy?

A

The term term available energy is used to refer to energy that can be metabolized.

353
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What is the definition of average daily gain?

A

The term average daily gain refers to the process of calculating an animal’s weight after weaning by dividing the number of pounds gained by the number of days they have been on actual feed.

354
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What is the definition of avian?

A

The term avian is used to indicate something that involves birds.

355
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What is the definition of aviary?

A

The term aviary refers to a place where birds are kept.

356
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What is the definition of avicide?

A

The term avicide refers to Any substance that is used to kill birds.

357
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What is the definition of aviculture?

A

The term aviculture refers to the study of caring for birds; the act of raising birds.

358
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What is the definition of avirulent?

A

The term avirulent is used to indicate that something lacks the ability to create a disease.

359
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What is the definition of avitaminosis?

A

The term avitaminosis refers to a disease that occurs as the result of a deficiency of a certain type of vitamin.

360
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What is the definition of avoidance?

A

The term avoidance refers to a condition in which certain organisms can purposely prolong the amount of time they are dormant as the result of some type of environmental stress.

361
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What is the definition of avulsion?

A

The term avulsion means the tearing or breaking away of a part.

362
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What is the definition of axenic?

A

The term axenic is used to indicate that something is free of germs.

363
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What is the definition of axial feather?

A

The term axial feather refers to the feather in the middle of a bird’s wing that is used to separate the primary feathers and the secondary feathers.

364
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What is the definition of axial skeleton?

A

The term axial skeleton refers to certain bones of an animal’s skeleton including: skull, vertebral column, ribs, sternum.

365
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What is the definition of auxiliary?

A

The term auxiliary refers to the area under the arm; the arm pit.

366
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What is the definition of axis?

A

The term axis refers to the second cervical vertebrae.

367
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What is the definition of axon?

A

The part of the neuron that is extended out from the cell and works to conduct electrical impulses.

368
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What is the definition of axonal?

A

The term axonal is used to indicate something related to the axon.

369
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What is the definition of azoospermia?

A

The term azoospermia refers to the condition of having no sperm present in the semen.

370
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What is the definition of azotemia?

A

The term azotemia refers to the condition of having urea and other nitrogenous elements in an animal’s blood.

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What is the definition of azoturia?

A

The term azoturia refers to the condition of having excessive amounts of urea or other nitrogenous compounds in the urine.

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