Definition of "oestrum" [oestrum]

• Alternative spelling of estrum. (noun)

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• "Driven by the oestrum of a Yo-Semite pilgrimage, the"
• "Leading from the ovaries, but connected with the surface of these glands only during the period of oestrum or heat, are the fallopian tubules."
• "-- The removal of the ovaries, or ovariotomy, is practised for the purpose of rendering the female more useful for meat production, prolonging the period of lactation, overcoming vicious habits and preventing oestrum or heat."