Meaning & Definition of word "Cholera"

Cholera

/ˈkɒlərə/

1. An infectious disease characterized by severe diarrhea and dehydration, caused by the ingestion of contaminated water or food.
- Example: Cholera outbreaks are often linked to poor sanitation and contaminated drinking water.
2. A disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, leading to extreme fluid loss and potentially death if untreated.
- Example: The health officials declared a state of emergency due to the rising number of cholera cases in the region.
3. A condition that can spread rapidly in areas with inadequate water treatment and sanitation facilities.
- Example: After the floods, the risk of cholera increased significantly among the affected populations.

●From Latin 'cholera', from Greek 'cholera', literally meaning 'bile' or 'gall'.

cholera outbreak:

A sudden increase in cases of cholera in a specific area.

waterborne cholera:

Cholera spread through contaminated water sources.

diarrhea:

An increase in the frequency and water content of stools.

dehydration:

A condition resulting from excessive loss of water from the body.

Meaning: A term used to describe severe food poisoning.

● Example Sentence: After eating that street food, I feel like I've got a case of cholera.

Meaning: Used humorously to describe any severe stomach issue.

● Example Sentence: I was out partying last night and woke up with a cholera-level hangover.