"Barcoo rot" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: A reference to the Barcoo river in Queensland. Head templates: {{en-noun|-|head=Barcoo rot}} Barcoo rot (uncountable)
  1. (Australia, informal) An ulcerous skin condition, apparently endemic to tropical or desert climates. Tags: Australia, informal, uncountable Categories (topical): Diseases Synonyms: desert sores, veldt sore

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