bluetongue
Definition
Noun: 1. A viral disease of ruminants, especially sheep and cattle: Bluetongue is a non-contagious, insect-borne viral disease. It primarily affects domestic and wild ruminants. The virus is transmitted by certain species of biting midges (Culicoides).
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The farmer quarantined the herd after a suspected case of bluetongue.
- Bluetongue can cause high fever, swelling, and lesions in infected animals.
- Vaccination is an important tool for controlling the spread of bluetongue.
Advanced Usage
- The term is almost exclusively used in veterinary, agricultural, and epidemiological contexts.
- It is often discussed in relation to animal health regulations, trade restrictions, and climate change, as the range of the insect vector can expand with warmer temperatures.
Variants and Related Words
- Bluetongue virus (BTV): The specific name of the virus that causes the disease.
- Scientists are studying the different serotypes of the bluetongue virus.
Synonyms
- Catarrhal fever (obsolete): An older, less specific name for the disease.
Notes on Different Meanings
- The term "bluetongue" refers specifically to the animal disease. It is not used to describe the physical appearance of a tongue (e.g., a tongue that appears blue due to other medical conditions).
Noun
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a viral disease of sheep and cattle that is transmitted by biting midges
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