1. plural of aftosa; foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks or cases
Usage: veterinary; Spanish loanword

Examples

• The veterinarian reported several aftosas in the cattle herd.
• Border controls were tightened due to aftosas outbreaks in neighboring countries.
• Farmers were concerned about the spread of aftosas to their livestock.
• The ministry issued warnings about potential aftosas transmission.
• Vaccination programs help prevent aftosas in agricultural regions.