Mange (Noun)
Meaning
A persistent and contagious disease of the skin causing inflammation and itching and loss of hair; affects domestic animals (and sometimes people).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with mange, a condition that caused intense itching and hair loss.
- Mange is a highly contagious disease that can spread quickly among animals in close proximity.
- The animal shelter took in a stray cat suffering from mange and began treatment immediately.
- If left untreated, mange can lead to secondary infections and further complications in affected animals.
- The farmer worked closely with a veterinarian to develop a plan to treat and prevent the spread of mange among his livestock.