toxoplasmosis
noun /,tɑksoʊplæz'moʊsɪs/
- Definition
- infection caused by parasites transmitted to humans from infected cats; if contracted by a pregnant woman it can result in serious damage to the fetus
- Example
- The word 'toxoplasmosis' is often used in everyday conversation.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
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Compound Word
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
5
Consonants
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Length
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