Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
malanders
noun
/məˈlændərz/
Definition
Malanders refer to a disease of the skin, affecting horses, characterized by cracking and inflammation, especially on the heels and lower limbs.
Examples
- The veterinarian diagnosed the horse with malanders due to the severe cracks on its legs.
- Regular grooming can help prevent malanders in horses, especially during wet weather.
- She learned about malanders while volunteering at the equine rescue facility.
Meaning
The term is often associated with skin ailments in animals, particularly in equines, involving lesions and irritations.
Synonyms
- Cracked heels
- Scratches
- Dermatitis
