lameness
pronunciation
How to pronounce lameness in British English:
UK [leɪmnəs]
How to pronounce lameness in American English:
US [leɪmnəs]
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- Noun:
- disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet
Word Origin
- lameness (n.)
- 1520s, from lame (adj.) + -ness.
Example
- 1. Will you carry the burden of their lameness ?
- 2. Will you carry the burden of their lameness .
- 3. For how long are sheep sensitive to pain after a lameness episode .
- 4. Animals also suffer stressful overcrowding , prolonged immobility , and painful lameness because they 're bred to put on weight that their joints can 't handle .
- 5. He was prevented by lameness from taking part in the games of the other children .