St Anthony's fire

A form of St. Anthony's fire — Ergotism, a disease characterised by gangrene and a burning sensation in the hands and feet.

Meanings

nounSt Anthony's fire (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of St. Anthony's fire.
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