rubeola
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- postrubeolar adjective
- rubeolar adjective
Etymology
Origin of rubeola
1670–80; < New Latin, noun use of neuter plural of rūbeolus, equivalent to Latin rūbe ( us ), rōbeus red + -olus -ole 1
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Also known as rubeola, measles is a highly contagious disease that’s spread through the air.
From The Guardian
Both had to receive multiple shots of rubeola immune globulin -- or measles antibodies -- with the hope that that will be enough to prevent infection.
From US News
Measles, also called rubeola, can lead to ear infections, pneumonia and even death.
From Washington Times
Without question, the first papular lesions of variola resemble those of rubeola or measles to an extent which has often deceived the most expert diagnosticians.
From Project Gutenberg
"Have you had any experience with rubeola?" she queried finally.
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