measles
Definition
1.- Rubeola, an acute highly contagious disease, often of childhood, caused by Measles virus, of genus Morbillivirus, featuring a spreading red skin rash, fever, runny nose, cough and red eyes. 2.- Any of several other similar diseases, such as German measles. 3.- A disease of pigs and cattle, caused by larval tapeworms.
Pronunciation
/ˈmiːzəlz/
Details
- Category: Medicine, Health, and Needs
- Sign Language: Lengua de Señas Mexicana (LSM)
- Region: México
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