diseases
/dɪˈziːzɪz/
noun
- 1
An abnormal condition of a human, animal or plant that causes discomfort or dysfunction; distinct from injury insofar as the latter is usually instantaneously acquired.
“The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered.”
- 2
(by extension) Any abnormal or harmful condition, as of society, people's attitudes, way of living etc.
- 3
Lack of ease; uneasiness; trouble; vexation; disquiet.
verb
- 1
To cause unease; to annoy, irritate.
- 2
To infect with a disease.
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