plague — a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and kills many people
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and kills many people
Pronunciation (IPA): /pleɪɡ/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor's karaoke nights plague the entire apartment building.
- The Black Death was one of the most devastating plagues in human history.
- Smartphone addiction has become a plague among teenagers.
plague
NOUN[/pleɪɡ/]
a contagious disease that spreads rapidly and kills many people
A medieval plague swept through the village, forcing doctors in beaked masks to tend the sick.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'plaga' meaning 'stroke' or 'wound,' which evolved to mean 'pestilence' or 'calamity.' The word entered Middle English through Old French 'plague.'
Breakdown
plaga (Latin: stroke, wound, pestilence) = plague
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📝Examples
“My neighbor's karaoke nights plague the entire apartment building.”
“The Black Death was one of the most devastating plagues in human history.”
“Smartphone addiction has become a plague among teenagers.”
“Math homework continues to plague students worldwide.”
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