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Term: Black Plague

Definition:

The Black Plague, also known as the Black Death, was a devastating pandemic that occurred in Europe during the 14th century. It was caused by the Yersinia pestis bacterium, transmitted by fleas living on rats.

Senses:

Sense 1 (Noun):

A deadly epidemic that spread rapidly and caused numerous deaths in Europe between 1347 and 1351.

Example Sentence: The Black Plague wiped out a significant portion of the European population during the Middle Ages.

Sense 2 (Noun):

A severe and contagious disease, especially one causing great devastation or mortality.

Example Sentence: The town was quarantined due to an outbreak of a black plague affecting its citizens.

Sense 3 (Noun):

A metaphorical reference to any widespread and destructive occurrence or phenomenon.

Example Sentence: The rise of social media brought with it a black plague of fake news.

Sense 4 (Adjective):

Characterized by a dark, gloomy, or sinister presence.

Example Sentence: The old abandoned house had an eerie black plague atmosphere.

Sense 5 (Adjective):

Associated with something widespread, disastrous, or overwhelming.

Example Sentence: The company suffered from a black plague of financial debts and failed investments.