milzbrand

/mɪltsbʁant/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for anthrax, a serious bacterial infection caused by Bacillus anthracis.

“The ancient texts described the milzbrand outbreak that killed thousands of people in the 16th century.”

Synonyms

  • anthrax
  • wool sorters' disease

Antonyms

  • good health
  • healthy condition