diphtheria
Translation
diphtheria
Examples
The vaccine protects against diphtheria.
The vaccine protects against diphtheria.
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection.
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial infection.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) a serious infectious disease affecting the throat. Diphtheria is now rare in developed countries.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none (it's a specific disease name)
Etymology
From Greek 'diphthera' meaning 'prepared hide, leather', referring to the leathery membrane that forms in the throat.
Memory Tips
It's a serious disease, often learned as part of the DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) vaccine name.