1. the state or quality of being short of breath; breathlessness, especially in horses or other animals.
Usage: veterinary or equestrian context; also spelled 'pursy' as adjective form
2. the condition of being fat or obese; corpulence.
Usage: archaic or rare; often used to describe heaviness or bulk

Examples

• The veterinarian diagnosed the horse with pursiness after observing its labored breathing during exercise.
• The old dog's pursiness made it difficult for him to climb the stairs.
• Pursiness in equines can be caused by poor ventilation in stables or respiratory infections.
• The rider noticed her horse's pursiness worsening in the humid summer heat.
• Weight management is important to prevent pursiness in sedentary pets.