Typhoid
(noun)
An infectious bacterial disease characterized by fever, abdominal pain, and constipation or diarrhea, transmitted by contaminated food or water.
Origin:
Mid 19th century: from modern latin typhus (fever) + -oid.
Examples:
- He was diagnosed with typhoid and had to be hospitalized.
- The outbreak of typhoid was caused by contaminated water.
- The symptoms of typhoid include fever, weakness, and abdominal pain.
- Typhoid can be prevented by vaccination and good hygiene practices.
- Typhoid is more common in developing countries where sanitation is poor.