noun
oestrus
Oestrus (noun) means a type of fly that bites, also known as a botfly.
noun
1
A type of fly that bites, also known as a botfly.
2
A sting or bite.
3
A strong feeling of excitement or passion.
4
The period when a female animal is ready to mate.
"Intervals between oestri and between ovulations in dairy cows within 100 days post partum"
— The Zimbabwe Journal of Agricultural Research (1980)
"A vasectomized Philippine carabao bull was used as a teaser to determine the occurrence and recurrence of oestri."
— The Philippine Agriculturist (1939)
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What is the meaning of oestrus?
"oestrus" (noun) means a type of fly that bites, also known as a botfly.
What is another word for oestrus?
Other words for "oestrus" include rut, heat, estrus.
What are the different meanings of oestrus?
"oestrus" has 3 main meanings: 1. A type of fly that bites, also known as a botfly; 2. A sting or bite; 3. A strong feeling of excitement or passion.
