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myxomatosis

(n): a viral disease (usually fatal) of rabbits
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about 1 year ago chained_bear said:

Originally identified in laboratory rabbits in South America, the disease has been artificially introduced into Australia, Europe, and other localities to reduce rabbit populations.

A slow, cruel way to die. Usage: 1972 R. ADAMS Watership Down ii. 8 "He had coolly...stood firm during the terrible onslaught of the myxomatosis."

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