Definition

Having a disease that affects horses, characterized by the presence of ulcers and discharge.

Example

The veterinarian diagnosed the horse as glandered after observing its symptoms.

Conversation

Did you hear about the horse that got glandered?

Yeah, that’s so unfortunate!

I can't believe they had to quarantine the whole area.

I know, it’s really sad for the local farms.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glandered → This word originates from Middle English 'glandred', which is derived from the term 'glander', referring to a disease in horses caused by the bacterium Burkholderia mallei. The term itself is related to the Old French 'glandre', meaning a disease of horses. Glandered specifically refers to the condition of being affected by this disease.

Memory Tip

Think of the term 'glander' as a specific disease affecting horses, which helps you remember that 'glandered' means being afflicted by this illness.

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