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estrus Definition

es·trus (estrəs; Brit usually ēstrəs)

noun

  1. the periodic sexual excitement of most female placental mammals, corresponding to rut in males; heat
  2. the period of this when the female will accept mating with the male, characterized by changes in the sex organs

Etymology: ModL < L oestrus, gadfly, horsefly, frenzy < Gr oistros, gadfly, sting, frenzy < IE base *eis-, to move violently > ON eisa, to rush on, L ira, ire, Lith aistra, violent passion

estrus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • synchronization: Intact females of all ages that receive progesterone or estrogen hormones for estrus synchronization or mismating are also at risk.

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