Meaning of the word prevalence in English

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prevalence

US /ˈprev.əl.əns/
UK /ˈprev.əl.əns/
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Noun

1.

the fact of being widespread in a particular area at a particular time

Example:
The prevalence of obesity has increased significantly in recent years.
There is a high prevalence of this disease in tropical regions.
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