noun
a disease that is contracted and transmitted by sexual contact, caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or parasites
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Venereal disease is a serious health concern that can be transmitted through sexual contact.
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I heard that he contracted a venereal disease after not using protection.
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She got a nasty case of VD from her ex-boyfriend.
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The spread of gossip in the office was like a venereal disease, infecting everyone with false information.