ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Orf

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɔːf/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Orf is a noun meaning (medicine) An exanthemous disease caused by a parapox virus, occurring primarily in sheep and goats but also capable of infecting humans.

Meaning

(medicine) An exanthemous disease caused by a parapox virus, occurring primarily in sheep and goats but also capable of infecting humans.

More Meanings

  1. Pronunciation spelling of off.
  2. Alternative form of orfe (“type of fish”).

Example Sentences

'Yes – you clear orf!' said Mr Goon majestically, feeling that he really had got the better of those interfering kids this time.

Word Forms

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