Spavin (noun)

1. A disease of the hocks (joints) of horses, characterized by bony growths and inflammation.
2. A type of lameness in horses caused by bone growths on the hocks.

Origin:

The word "spavin" comes from the middle english word "spavy" which means "lameness in horses" and it is a disease of the hocks (joints) of horses, characterized by bony growths and inflammation.

Examples:

1. The horse was diagnosed with spavin and was no longer able to race.
2. The vet said that the horse had a mild case of spavin and would be able to recover with proper treatment.
3. Spavin is a common ailment in horses that can cause lameness.
4. The horse was treated for spavin with medication and rest.
5. Spavin can be prevented by maintaining good care and management of the horse.