Monkey Pox

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌŋki pɑks/

Definitions of monkey pox

noun a type of pox virus that infects monkeys and can be transmitted to humans

Example Sentences

A1 Monkey pox is a rare viral disease that can be transmitted to humans from animals.

A2 The symptoms of monkey pox in humans are similar to those of smallpox.

B1 There have been outbreaks of monkey pox in several African countries.

B2 Preventative measures such as vaccination can help reduce the spread of monkey pox.

C1 Research is ongoing to develop more effective treatments for monkey pox.

C2 Public health officials are working to contain the spread of monkey pox in affected areas.

Examples of monkey pox in a Sentence

formal The recent outbreak of monkey pox has raised concerns among public health officials.

informal I heard there's a case of monkey pox in the neighboring town.

slang Did you see that monkey pox scare on the news?

figurative His lies spread through the office like monkey pox, infecting everyone with doubt.

Grammatical Forms of monkey pox

• plural: monkey poxes
• comparative: more monkey pox
• superlative: most monkey pox
• present tense: has monkey pox
• future tense: will have monkey pox
• perfect tense: have had monkey pox
• continuous tense: is having monkey pox
• singular: monkey pox
• positive degree: monkey pox
• infinitive: to have monkey pox
• gerund: having monkey pox
• participle: had monkey pox

Origin and Evolution of monkey pox

First Known Use: 1970 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'monkey pox' originated from the viral disease that affects monkeys, causing symptoms similar to those seen in smallpox.

Evolution of the word: The term 'monkey pox' was first used in 1970 when the disease was discovered in monkeys. Over time, the term has been used to refer to a similar disease that can affect humans as well.