influenza
Pronunciation: [ɪnfluˈɛn zə]
Word
Context: “health”
(noun) a type of illness caused by a virus that makes you feel very sick. It often spreads quickly and can make you have a fever, cough, and aches all over your body.
Example
Last winter, I caught influenza and had to rest for a whole week.
Example
She did not get influenza this year, unlike many of her friends.
Example
Do you know anyone who had influenza last season?
Context: “public health”
(noun) a contagious respiratory illness that can affect many people at the same time, especially during certain seasons, like winter.
Example
There is a vaccine available that can protect you from influenza.
Example
The number of people with influenza is not as high this year compared to last year.
Example
What measures can we take to prevent the spread of influenza?
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