Meaning of the word Covid-19 in English

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Covid-19

US /ˌkoʊ.vɪd ˈnaɪn.tiːn/
UK /ˌkoʊ.vɪd ˈnaɪn.tiːn/
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Noun

1.

a mild to severe respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, and shortness of breath, and capable of leading to severe complications or death.

Example:
The COVID-19 pandemic caused widespread disruption globally.
Vaccinations against COVID-19 helped reduce severe illness.
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