Word of the Day:
ergot
What It Means
Any fungus in the genus Claviceps which are parasitic on grasses.
The sclerotium (wintering stage) of certain fungi in the genus Claviceps, appearing as a deformed grain in certain cereals and grasses infected by the fungi.
The wart-like growth of skin that covers the metacarpal pad on a horse or similar animal.
Ergot in Context
“It is crossed medially and laterally by the ligament of the ergot (not shown), that, subcutaneously, connects the ergot with the hoof cartilage.”
Did You Know?
Borrowed from French ergot.
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