Meaning of the word mononucleosis in English

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mononucleosis

US /ˌmɑː.noʊˌnuː.kliˈoʊ.sɪs/
UK /ˌmɒn.əʊˌnjuː.kliˈəʊ.sɪs/
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Noun

an infectious disease common among young people, caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Symptoms include fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes.

Example:
She was diagnosed with mononucleosis after experiencing extreme fatigue and a persistent sore throat.
Many college students contract mononucleosis due to close contact.