Typhoid (Noun)
Meaning
Serious infection marked by intestinal inflammation and ulceration; caused by Salmonella typhosa ingested with food or water.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- She contracted typhoid after drinking contaminated water while traveling abroad.
- The hospital reported an outbreak of typhoid in the local area due to poor sanitation.
- The symptoms of typhoid include fever, headache, and abdominal pain, and can be fatal if left untreated.
- In the 19th century, typhoid was a leading cause of death in urban areas due to poor waste management.
- The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the patient's case of typhoid, which was caused by eating undercooked food.