Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Tetanus.
Tetanus - as a noun
An acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lockjawA sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses
Example Sentences
"He had to get a tetanus shot after stepping on a rusty nail."
"The doctor diagnosed him with tetanus after examining his symptoms."
"It is important to keep your tetanus immunization up to date."
"She had a deep wound and needed to receive tetanus antitoxin."
"Lockjaw is one of the common symptoms of tetanus."
Word Game Points
Is TETANUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tetanus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TETANUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is TETANUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tetanus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTETANUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is TETANUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tetanus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTETANUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.
