Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
orf
noun
/ɔːrf/
Definition
A viral disease affecting sheep and goats, characterized by crusty lesions on the skin and a high degree of contagion.
Examples
- She noticed the orf lesions on the lamb’s nose during the inspection.
- Farm workers should wear gloves when handling animals with orf to prevent transmission.
Meaning
Orf is a contagious viral infection mainly seen in young sheep and goats and sometimes can affect humans who come into contact with infected animals.
Synonyms
- scabby mouth
- contagious ecthyma
