ANTHRAX
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Anthrax.
How to pronounce anthrax:
US
Anthrax - as a noun
A highly infectious animal disease (especially cattle and sheep); it can be transmitted to people
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
splenic feverA disease of humans that is not communicable; caused by infection with bacillus anthracis followed by septicemia
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
diseaseHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Inhalational anthrax is the most deadly form of the disease."
"The anthrax bacteria form spores that can survive in the environment for long periods of time."
"The anthrax vaccine is used to protect people at high risk of exposure to the bacterium."
"The sudden death of multiple animals may indicate an anthrax outbreak in a livestock herd."
"The use of anthrax as a biological weapon is a major concern for national security."
Word Game Points
Is ANTHRAX a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anthrax is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ANTHRAX has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is ANTHRAX a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anthrax is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordANTHRAX has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is ANTHRAX a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anthrax is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANTHRAX has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
