Fell
Fell
Fell (/fɛl/), in medical terminology, is a term used to describe the act of cutting or trimming the hair or wool off an animal's skin. The term is derived from the Old English fellan, meaning "to cause to fall or to die".
Etymology
The term fell originates from the Old English fellan, which is related to the Old High German fellan, the Dutch vellen, and the German fällen. All these words mean "to cause to fall or to die".
Related Terms
- Shearing: The process of removing the wool from sheep. It is similar to felling but is specifically used for sheep.
- Clipping: This is another term similar to felling, but it is used for horses. It involves removing the horse's winter coat to keep them cool and comfortable.
- Moulting: This is a natural process in animals where they shed their hair or feathers, usually in response to changes in seasons.
Pronunciation
The word fell is pronounced as /fɛl/.
Usage
In veterinary medicine, the term fell is used to describe the process of removing an animal's hair or wool. This is usually done for hygiene purposes or to obtain the animal's wool for use in textile production.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fell
- Wikipedia's article - Fell
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