Pronunciation: /ˈkɑlərə/
noun an infectious and often fatal bacterial disease of the small intestine, typically contracted from infected water supplies
A1 Cholera is a disease caused by bacteria in contaminated water.
A2 The symptoms of cholera include severe diarrhea and dehydration.
B1 Cholera outbreaks can spread quickly in areas with poor sanitation.
B2 Preventive measures such as clean water supply and proper hygiene can help control cholera outbreaks.
C1 The history of cholera pandemics dates back to the 19th century.
C2 Research on cholera vaccines continues to advance in the field of public health.
adjective related to or characteristic of cholera
A1 The cholera outbreak in the village caused many people to get sick.
A2 The cholera epidemic spread rapidly throughout the region.
B1 The government implemented measures to prevent a cholera outbreak in the city.
B2 Health officials are working to contain the cholera crisis in the country.
C1 The cholera strain found in the water supply is resistant to most antibiotics.
C2 The cholera bacteria can survive in harsh environmental conditions.
formal Cholera is a highly infectious bacterial disease that causes severe diarrhea and dehydration.
informal I heard there was a cholera outbreak in the neighboring town.
slang Stay away from that area, cholera is going around.
figurative The spread of misinformation can be like a cholera outbreak, causing harm and confusion.
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