Meaning of the word mumps in English
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mumps
US /mʌmps/
UK /mʌmps/
Noun
1.
an infectious disease caused by a paramyxovirus, characterized by swelling of the parotid glands, a pair of salivary glands situated just below and in front of each ear. Symptoms include fever, headache, and muscle aches.
Example:
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The child developed mumps and had swollen glands.
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Vaccination is highly effective in preventing mumps.
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