Meaning of the word "bird flu" in English

What does "bird flu" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bird flu

US /bɜːrd fluː/
UK /bɜːrd fluː/
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Noun

1.

a type of influenza that affects birds, especially poultry, and can sometimes be transmitted to humans

Example:
The government issued a warning about the spread of bird flu.
Farmers are taking precautions to prevent bird flu in their poultry.
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