Typhus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtaɪfəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Typhus is a noun meaning (pathology) Any of several similar diseases, characterised by high recurrent fever, caused by Rickettsia bacteria. Not to be confused with typhoid fever.
Meaning
(pathology) Any of several similar diseases, characterised by high recurrent fever, caused by Rickettsia bacteria. Not to be confused with typhoid fever.
Example Sentences
Typhoid and typhus have similar names and symptoms, but are different diseases.
Word Forms
- typhuses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include typhoid, exanthematic, maculated, recrudescent, typhos, typhization.
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