rubella

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Noun rubella has 1 sense

German measles, rubella, three-day measles, epidemic roseola - a contagious viral disease that is a milder form of measles lasting three or four days; can be damaging to a fetus during the first trimester
--₁ is a kind of measles, rubeola, morbilli

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Rubella

Definition

Rubella, also known as German measles, is a contagious viral infection characterized by a distinctive red rash. It is generally a mild illness but can cause serious complications, especially in pregnant women.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

A viral infection causing a red rash and flu-like symptoms.

Example sentence: She developed a mild case of rubella and had to stay home from work.

Sense 2:

The vaccine used to prevent rubella infection.

Example sentence: It is recommended for all children to receive the rubella vaccine to protect against the disease.

Related terms

Measles

Contagious

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