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Syphilis

Noun:

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, characterized by various stages of development and potentially serious long-term complications if left untreated.

Sample sentence:

He contracted syphilis after having unprotected sex with an infected partner.

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Adjective:

Relating to or associated with the syphilis infection.

Sample sentence:

The patient displayed symptoms of syphilis, including a rash on the palms of their hands.

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Verb:

To transmit or acquire syphilis through sexual contact.

Sample sentence:

It is crucial to practice safe sex to avoid syphilis transmission.

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