Meaning of the word "Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome" in English
What does "Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
US /əˈkwaɪərd ɪˈmjuːn dɪˈfɪʃənsi ˈsɪndroʊm/
UK /əˈkwaɪəd ɪˈmjuːn dɪˈfɪʃənsi ˈsɪndrəʊm/
Noun
a disease in which there is a severe loss of the body's cellular immunity, greatly lowering the resistance to infection and malignancy. It is caused by infection with HIV.
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The global fight against Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has made significant progress.
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Understanding the transmission of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome is crucial for prevention.
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