strep

[strep]

noun

1. streptococcus.

adjective

1. streptococcal.

strep

/ strɛp /

noun

1. informal,  short for streptococcus

Word History and Origins

Origin of strep¹

First recorded in 1930–35; by shortening

Example Sentences

"If you see spots at the back of your throat, that's definitely a sign that you've got strep throat and you might need some antibiotics," she adds.

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The first hospital diagnosed her with strep throat without investigating her sharp abdominal cramps.

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The British rock icon Rod Stewart canceled the planned 200th show of his long-running Las Vegas residency, citing strep throat.

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Demand for the common antibiotic, which is used for respiratory infections, strep throat and ear infections, spiked amid fears of a “triple-demic” last year, leading to shortages.

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A mother has praised the "decisive action" taken by doctors who saved her daughter's life from invasive strep group A infection.

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