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Noun mary mallon has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebMary MallonMary Mallon, also known as Typhoid Mary, was an Irish-born cook and asymptomatic carrier of the bacteria that causes typhoid fever. She is infamous for spreading the disease to multiple people while working as a cook in the early 20th century. As a Noun:Sense 1:Definition: The historical figure known as Typhoid Mary. Example Sentence: Researchers have studied the case of Mary Mallon to better understand the transmission of typhoid fever. Related Products: Biography of Mary Mallon As a Proper Noun:Sense 1:Definition: A female given name. Example Sentence: Mary Mallon was a common name among women of Irish descent during that era. Sense 2:Definition: A fictional character or pseudonym inspired by Mary Mallon. Example Sentence: In the novel, "The Curse of Typhoid Mary," the protagonist adopts the alias Mary Mallon in honor of the notorious carrier. Related Products: Fiction books featuring Mary Mallon | ||||
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