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What is the definition of ubiquitous?

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The term ubiquitous is used to indicate that something has the potential to happen all over, such as the presence of the house fly.

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What is the definition of udder?

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The term udder refers to the organ used to produce milk in horses and ruminant animals; may also be referred to as the animal’s bag.

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What is the definition of udder cannula?

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The term udder cannula refers to a tube-shaped tool that is designed to help inject a type of medicine into the teat.

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What is the definition of ulcer?

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The term ulcer refers to a loss of tissue on top, exposing the tissue underneath it.

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What is the definition of umbilicus?

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The term umbilicus refers to the spot in the wall of the abdomen in which the umbilical cord connects with the fetus; may also be referred to as the navel.

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What is the definition of undercoat?

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The term undercoat refers to the hairs under the initial coat that are finer and softer than the outer coat

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What is the definition of underfur?

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The term underfur refers to the thick, shorter hair that is found beneath an animal’s long, coarse coat

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What is the definition of undershot jaw?

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The term undershot jaw refers to a medical condition in which the lower part of the jaw protrudes beneath the upper part of the jaw

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What is the definition of understocking?

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The term understocking refers to the process of putting fewer animals in a particular area than a certain area would normally be able to handle.

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What is the definition of ungulate?

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The term ungulate is used to denote animals that have hooves

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What is the definition of unilateral?

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The term unilateral refers to a condition of having only one side

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What is the definition of unipera?

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The term unipera is used to refer to an animal that has one offspring at a time

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What is the definition of unipolar?

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The term unipolar refers to something only having one end

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What is the definition of unsex?

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The term unsex refers to the process of removing the reproductive organs of an animal; to castrate or remove the ovaries

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What is the definition of unshod?

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The term unshod is used to indicate a horse that has no shoes on the underside of its hooves

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What is the definition of upbreeding?

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The term upbraiding refers to the process of using a breed with superior qualities and mating it with one with less desirable qualities in order to improve the breed

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What is the definition of upper respiratory tract?

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The term upper respiratory tract refers to the section of the respiratory system that contains the mouth, nose, pharynx, larynx, trachea, and epiglottis.

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What is the definition of upstanding?

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The term upstanding is used to refer to an animal that is tall and/or lanky

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What is the definition of urea?

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The term urea refers to the the product of protein being metabolized; can be found in blood or urine.

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What is the definition of uremia?

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The term uraemia refers to waste in the blood; may also be referred to as uremic poisoning.

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What is the definition of uremic?

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The term uremic refers to a condition in which waste builds up in the bloodstream

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What is the definition of ureter?

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The term ureter refers too the tubular shaft found between the kidneys and the bladder

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What is the definition of ureteractasis?

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The term ureteractasis refers to a medical condition in which the ureter becomes distended.

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What is the definition of ureterectomy?

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The term ureterectomy refers to the process of surgically removing the ureter

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What is the definition of ureterolith?

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The term ureterolith refers to a condition in which a stone is found in the ureter.

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What is the definition of ureteroplasty?

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The term ureteroplasty refers to the process of surgically repairing the ureter after illness or damage

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What is the definition of ureterostenosis?

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The term ureterostenosis refers to a medical condition in which the ureter becomes narrow or constricted

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What is the definition of urethra?

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The term urethra refers to a tube found between the bladder and the outside of the body; used to assist in urination.

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What is the definition of urethritis?

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The term urethritis refers to a medical condition in which the urethra becomes inflamed

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What is the definition of urethrostomy?

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The term urethrostomy refers to the creation of an opening between the skin and the urethra by surgical means

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What is the definition of urinalysis?

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The term urinalysis refers to an in-depth examination of the properties of urine; used to determine the presence or absence of illness

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What is the definition of urinary calculus?

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The term urinary calculus refers to a mineral deposit in the urinary system; this is an abnormal condition.

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What is the definition of unwary catheterisation?

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The term unwary catheterisation refers to the process of inserting a tube into the urethra and into the bladder as a method of extracting urine.

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What is the definition of urinary incontinence?

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The term urinary incontinence refers to a medical condition; implies that the patient is unable to control their urination.

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What is the definition of urinary retention?

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The term urinary retention refers to a medical condition; implies that the patient is unable to completely empty their bladder

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What is the definition of urinary tract infection?

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The term urinary tract infection (also known as a UTI) refers to a medical condition of the urinary tract and system in which the cells are damaged by microorganisms.

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What is the definition of urodeum?

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The term urodeum refers to part of the cloaca; the area where the ureter and vagina open up.

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What is the definition of urolith?

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The term urolith refers to a stone that can be found in the urinary bladder; may also be referred to as a cystolith.

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What is the definition of urolithiasis?

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The term urolithiasis refers to a medical condition in which the bladder is filled in full or in part with bladder stones.

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What is the definition of urologist?

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The term urologist refers to a medical professional who specializes in the study of the urinary system.

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What is the definition of urology?

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The term urology refers to the study of the workings of the urinary tract and system.

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What is the definition of uropoiesis?

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The term uropoiesis refers to the bodily process in which urine is produced and excreted.

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What is the definition of uropygial gland?

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The term uropygial gland refers to the gland near the tail feather that produces oil to create a waterproof characteristic in a bird; may also be referred to as the preen gland.

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What is the definition of urticaria?

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The urticaria refers to a swollen area that is known to itch; may also be referred to as a hive.

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What is the definition of uterine involution?

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The term uterine involution refers to the process in which the uterus returns to normal size after parturition.

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What is the definition of uterus?

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The term uterus refers to the hollow bodily organ that holds the embryo and fetus and provides nourishment; only found in female animals.

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What is the definition of utricle?

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The term utricle refers to a sac inside the inner ear of an animal; partly responsible for an animal’s sense of balance.

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What is the definition of uvea?

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The term uvea is used to to refer to the part of the eye containing the iris, the cilia, and the choroid.

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What is the definition of uveitis?

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The term uveitis refers to a medical condition in which the uvea becomes inflamed.

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