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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

roseola

/ˌroʊziˈoʊlə/ noun · British & US
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What does roseola mean?

noun

A viral infection, especially in children, characterized by a rash and fever, and often accompanied by a sore throat and swollen lymph nodes. It is usually caused by the human herpesvirus 6 or 7.

Example

"The child's roseola was a common childhood illness that usually resolved on its own within a week."

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