thor·ough·pin (thûr  -p n , thûr -, th r-)n. An abnormal swelling on either side of the hock joint of horses and related animals. [From its resemblance to a pin passing through the hock.] |
thoroughpin [ˈθʌrəˌpɪn]
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Veterinary Science) an inflammation and swelling on both sides of the hock joint of a horse affecting the sheath of the deep flexor tendon
[so called because it makes the leg look as if it has a pin stuck through it]
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