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enzootic

/ɛn.zoʊˈɒt.ɪk/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to a disease or condition that is constantly present or prevalent in a given population or geographical area.


Pronunciation
  1. /ɛn.zoʊˈɒt.ɪk/



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  2. /ɛn.zoʊˈɑt.ɪk/



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Antonyms

epizootic
Variants
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enzootic , enzootics
Etymology
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From Greek enzootikos, from enzootos, from en- 'in' + zoon 'animal' + -otikos 'pertaining to'.


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  1. Enzootic diseases can be caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, or other agents.

  2. Enzootic diseases can be transmitted through contact with infected animals or their secretions, or through contaminated food or water.

  3. Enzootic diseases can be difficult to control because they are constantly present in a population or geographical area, and can persist even with interventions such as vaccination or treatment of individual animals.


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  1. Endemic: Endemic diseases are similar to enzootic diseases, but the term is generally used to refer to diseases that are constantly present in a population without being widespread, while enzootic diseases are typically more prevalent in a specific geographical area.


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Enzootic diseases are of significant importance in public health and animal husbandry. They can have a major impact on the health and productivity of livestock populations and can also pose a risk to human health.

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