Meaning of the word tetanus in English
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tetanus
US /ˈtet.ən.əs/
UK /ˈtet.ən.əs/
Noun
1.
a serious bacterial disease that causes muscle spasms and can lead to death. It is usually caused by a bacterium that enters the body through a cut or wound.
Example:
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He received a tetanus shot after stepping on a rusty nail.
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Vaccination is crucial for preventing tetanus.
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