Noun: anthrax (anthraces) 'an,thraks
- A highly infectious animal disease (especially of cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people
"The outbreak of anthrax in the cattle herd led to strict quarantine measures";
- splenic fever
- A disease of humans that is not communicable; caused by infection with Bacillus anthracis followed by septicemia
"The outbreak of anthrax caused panic in the rural community"
Derived forms: anthraces
Type of: disease, zoonosis, zoonotic disease
Encyclopedia: Anthrax