Quarter-ill
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 blackleg (cattle disease) uncountable
"When the quarter-ill made its appearance the "muckle wheel" was set in motion, and turned till fire was produced. From this virgin flame fires were kindled in the byres"
Example
More examples"When the quarter-ill made its appearance the "muckle wheel" was set in motion, and turned till fire was produced. From this virgin flame fires were kindled in the byres"
Etymology
Because it affects the "quarters" (limbs) of cattle.
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