dengue fever
US /ˈdeŋ.ɡeɪ ˌfiː.vər/
UK /ˈdeŋ.ɡeɪ ˌfiː.vər/
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a tropical disease transmitted by mosquitoes, causing fever and severe pain in the joints.
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The doctor diagnosed him with dengue fever after he returned from his trip.
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Preventing mosquito bites is crucial to avoid dengue fever.