Strep
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /stɹɛp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Strep is a noun meaning (informal, pathology) Ellipsis of strep throat.
Meaning
(informal, pathology) Ellipsis of strep throat.
More Meanings
- (informal) A streptococcus.
- (informal) Clipping of streptocarpus.
Example Sentences
Sore throat is the telltale sign. About one in 10 adults with a sore throat has strep, according to the C.D.C.
I also have a WWW page with pictures if interested: […] look under the Convention '95 page, there are several streptos. Also look under "Take a bite of the strang stuff" for a view of a^([sic]) unifoliate strep.
On my arrival at the nursery which (like so many of its kind) is tucked in the back of beyond, Rex was anxious to show me his beloved ‘streps’ (Streptocarpus) and seemed almost disappointed that I should insist instead on viewing his ‘chiris’ (Chirita).
Word Forms
- streps
Synonyms for strep
Depending on context, synonyms include strepto, streptococcus, streptococci.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include streptococcus, streptococci, ridge, rhodococcus, rickettsia, rabdosphincter.
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