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    Fever

    /ˈfiːvər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness.
    She developed a fever after catching the flu.
    An excitement or enthusiasm for something.
    The fever of the approaching concert kept everyone buzzing with anticipation.
    A state of intense interest or activity.
    The town was gripped by football fever during the championship.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'fevere', from Old French 'fevre', from Latin 'febris'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fever pitch:
    A state of intense excitement or activity.
    fevered brow:
    A person who is sweating and ill.
    fever dream:
    A vivid dream that often occurs during a fever.

    Related Words

    hyperthermia
    An abnormally high body temperature due to failed thermoregulation.
    chills
    A feeling of cold accompanied by shivering, often indicating a fever.
    malaria
    A disease caused by parasites transmitted by mosquito bites, characterized by recurrent fever.

    Slang Meanings

    Fever dream
    After staying up all night studying, I had a fever dream about failing my exam.
    Feaverish
    He was feeling feverish after working too hard without a break.