can·ker
n 1 a (1) : an erosive or spreading sore (2) obs : GANGRENE b : CANKER SORE 2 a : a chronic inflammation of the ear in dogs, cats, or rabbits : esp : a localized form of mange b : a chronic and progressive inflammation of the deep horn-producing tissues of the frog and sole of the hooves of horses resulting in softening and destruction of the horny layers .
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