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epizootic

Pronunciation: /ˌɛpɪzəʊˈɒtɪk/

Definition of epizootic

adjective

  • (of a disease) temporarily prevalent and widespread in an animal population: epizootic, endemic, and contagious diseasesCompare with enzootic, epidemic.

Origin:

late 18th century (as an adjective): from French épizootique, from épizootie, from Greek epi 'upon' + zōion 'animal'

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