(NZ, historical) An illness of cattle caused by a deficiency of cobalt salts in the volcanic soil.
(NZ, historical) An illness of cattle caused by a deficiency of cobalt salts in the volcanic soil.
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(Canada) Mentally unwell due to isolation, especially due to working in a remote mine or camp; experiencing cabin fever.
(Australia, New Zealand) To abandon one's normal surroundings and live in the bush; to flee into the bush; to revert to a feral nature.
(South Africa) A disease of cattle caused by .
(Australia, New Zealand) To travel or build a route straight across country rather than following an established track, typically involving forcing one's way through forest and/or undergrowth.
(South Africa) Paralysis of cattle or sheep, having various possible causes such as poisoning.