Dengue (noun)

A viral fever caused by a mosquito-borne flavivirus that is characterized by fever, headache, muscle and joint pain, and rash.

Origin:

From the spanish word "dengue" meaning "break-bone fever".

Examples:

1. She contracted dengue while on vacation.
2. The dengue outbreak was caused by the mosquito.
3. The dengue fever spread quickly.
4. The dengue prevention program was launched.
5. The dengue symptoms were severe and debilitating.