theriatrics

English

noun
Definitions
  • (archaic) The science of veterinary medicine.

Etymology

Derived from Ancient Greek θήρ (beast, animal, wild beast, wild animal, wolf, beast of prey, fantastic animal).

Origin

Ancient Greek

θήρ

Gloss

beast, animal, wild beast, wild animal, wolf, beast of prey, fantastic animal

Concept
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Animals

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獣

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