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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

infections

/ɪnˈfɛkʃnz/ noun · British & US
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What does infections mean?

noun

A disease caused by a pathogen, such as a bacterium, virus, or fungus, that invades the body and causes harm. Infections can be acute or chronic and may be treated with antibiotics or other medications.

Example

"The patient was diagnosed with a severe infection that required immediate hospitalization."

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