strep

noun

often attributive

Examples of strep in a Sentence

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Recent strep infection: A recent strep throat or impetigo infection can develop into scarlet fever. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 15 Feb. 2025 While most cases occur randomly, less severe group A strep infections can develop into this serious condition. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 Some children are more likely to have an infection from strep bacteria because of a low antibody response to the infection.4 Your body's immune system works to defend you from illnesses. Brandi Jones, Msn-Ed, Health, 26 Dec. 2024 Respiratory viruses are circulating en masse across Central Texas, from severe cases of the flu to COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (aka RSV) and even some strep. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 10 Jan. 2024 See All Example Sentences for strep

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of strep was in 1927

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“Strep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strep. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

strep

noun

Medical Definition

strep

noun
often attributive
: streptococcus
a strep infection
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