Degging

/dɛɡɪŋ/ noun

Definition

The process of removing dags (matted wool) from sheep to improve their wool quality and hygiene.

Etymology

From dag plus -ing suffix (creating a gerund).

Kelly Says

Degging is a sheep farming practice that outsiders rarely see, but it's crucial for animal welfare—matted wool can harbor parasites and disease, so it's removed regularly.

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