What is CORONAVIRUS? AND How to PROTECT YOURSELF?

immune

US /ɪˈmjoon/

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UK /ɪˈmju:n/

adjective
Exempt or protected from something undesirable, such as a tax or legal action.
Having a special protection from, e.g. the law
Protected against a particular disease or condition because of antibodies or vaccination.

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period

US /ˈpɪriəd/

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UK /ˈpɪəriəd/

noun
Set amount of time during which events take place
A way to emphasize what you will say
A full stop (.), marking the end of a sentence
A menstrual cycle
A set time for a class to be held

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common

US /ˈkɑmən/

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UK /'kɒmən/

noun
Area in a city or town that is open to everyone
A piece of open land for public use.
A piece of open land for public use.
Field near a village owned by the local community

adjective
Lacking refinement; vulgar.
Occurring, found, or done often; prevalent.
(of a noun) denoting a class of objects or a concept as opposed to a particular individual.
Without special rank or position; ordinary.
Shared; Belonging to or used by everyone
Typical, normal; not unusual
Lacking refinement; vulgar.
Found all over the place.

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general

US /ˈdʒɛnərəl/

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UK /'dʒenrəl/

noun
A broad field of study or knowledge.
A high-ranking officer in the army, air force, or marine corps.
The public; the population at large.
Top ranked officer in the army

adjective
Widespread, normal or usual
Having the rank of general; chief or principal.
Not detailed or specific; vague.
Relating to all the people or things in a group; overall.
Applicable or occurring in most situations or to most people.

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respiratory

US /ˈrɛspərəˌtɔri, -ˌtori, rɪˈspaɪrə-/

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UK /ˈrespərəˌtɔ:ri:, -ˌtəʊri:, rɪˈspaɪərə-/

adjective
(Medical) concerning breathing
Connected with breathing or the organs of breathing.
Having the function of respiration.
Relating to or affecting respiration or the organs of respiration.

noun
A disease affecting the organs of breathing.
The branch of medicine concerned with the organs of respiration.
The system of organs involved in breathing.

other
Difficulty in breathing.
The process of breathing; the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide.

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disease

US /dɪˈziz/

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UK /dɪˈzi:z/

noun
Illness that affects a person, animal, or plant

other
To affect with disease; to cause disease in.
To affect with disease; to corrupt or sicken.

other
A particular abnormal condition that negatively affects the structure or function of part or all of an organism.
An illness or sickness affecting humans, animals, or plants, often with specific signs or symptoms.
A disorder of structure or function in a plant, especially one caused by a pathogen.

other
A condition or problem that is harmful or damaging to a society or organization.

other
An illness or sickness affecting humans, animals, or plants, often with specific symptoms and signs.

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current

US /ˈkɚrənt, ˈkʌr-/

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UK /'kʌrənt/

adjective
In general use or accepted by most people.
Of or relating to the present time; up-to-date.
Happening or being in the present time
Happening or existing now; belonging to the present time.
Valid or up-to-date.

noun
Electricity flowing through wires
Currency in circulation.
Movement of water in a river, or air in the sky
A widespread feeling or opinion.
A general tendency or course of events.

other
A flow of electrical charge through a conductor.

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spread

US /sprɛd/

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UK /spred/

noun
A big meal, often laid out as a buffet
The distance between two things
Soft food thinly applied, e.g. on bread
When a disease is passed to more people
Range or wide variety of something

verb
To place over a large area; to cover a large area
To apply something thinly, usually onto food
To give or be given to other people, as a disease
(Of ideas, gossip) to pass to and affect others
To move something apart, or to put space between
To become known by a greater number of people

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expert

US /ˈɛkˌspɚt/

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UK /'ekspɜ:t/

adjective
Having special knowledge or skill
Having special skill or knowledge in a particular field
Having or involving special skill or knowledge.

noun
Skillful person with special knowledge
A person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of or skill in a particular area.
A person who has a comprehensive and authoritative knowledge of or skill in a particular area.

other
A person with special skill or knowledge in a particular field

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avoid

US /əˈvɔɪd/

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UK /ə'vɔɪd/

verb
To prevent from happening
To stay away from

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pneumonia

US /nu:ˈmoʊniə/

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UK /nju:ˈməʊniə/

noun
Serious illness affecting the lungs and breathing

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similar

US /ˈsɪməlɚ/

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UK /ˈsɪmələ(r)/

adjective
Nearly the same; alike

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direct

US /dɪˈrɛkt, daɪ-/

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UK /də'rekt/

verb
To show or tell someone how to get to a place.
To control or be in charge of something.
To tell someone in a very clear way to do something
To show the way by conducting or leading
To control the acting in a movie or play
To order or instruct someone to do something.

other
To address someone.
To aim something at someone or something.
To control the management and organization of something.
To be in charge of the actors and other staff in the making of a film or play.
To control or be in charge of someone or something.
To show or tell someone how to get somewhere.

adjective
Without anyone or anything else being involved or between.
Expressing opinions and feelings in an honest and open way.
Going straight from one place to another without stopping or changing direction.

adverb
Coming straight from something

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contact

US /ˈkɑnˌtækt/

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UK /'kɒntækt/

adjective
Touching or feeling something

noun
Touching or feeling something
A conductor allowing electricity to pass.
Exposure to a disease.
Object that allows electricity to run through it
Communication with someone or something
People who can give you information, introductions

other
To communicate with someone.
To communicate with someone.
To touch something

other
Communication or interaction.
The state or condition of physical touching.

other
Communication or interaction.
The state or condition of physical touching.

verb
To get in touch with someone

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define

US /dɪˈfaɪn/

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UK /dɪ'faɪn/

verb
To clearly show or describe the characteristics of something.
To explain the meaning of words
To state or explain the exact meaning of a word, idea, etc.
To mark out the boundary or limits of
To set or mark the limits of something

other
To describe something clearly and exactly.
To determine or set the limits or nature of something.
To determine or decide the nature or limits of.
To state the exact meaning of something.
To state the exact meaning of something.
To state the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.).
To mark out the boundary or limits of something.
To mark out or clearly show the outline or boundary of.
To describe or specify something distinctly.

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release

US /rɪ'li:s/

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UK /rɪ'li:s/

other
To allow (something) to be available or to be made public.
To allow (something) to flow out or be emitted.
To allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free.
To allow (a substance) to flow out from somewhere.
To allow (a feeling or emotion) to be expressed.
To allow (someone) to be free from a duty or obligation.
To allow (something) to fall, drop, or escape.
To allow (something) to be available or accessible.
To make (something) available to the public.
To allow (something) to fall or loosen one's hold on it.
To allow or enable to escape from confinement; set free.

noun
The action or process of making a film, recording, or other product available to the public.
The easing of something painful or oppressive.
The action of setting someone free from imprisonment or detention.
Act of freeing someone from a duty or burden
Introduction of a new product, film, book, etc.
Relief from sadness, suffering or trouble
Act of freeing from a jail, cage, prison, etc.
A written statement giving up a legal right.
A catch or other device that allows a part to be freed or detached.
The action or process of allowing someone to leave a place where they have been kept or confined.
A version of a product that is offered for sale or distribution.
A public statement or announcement.
The action or process of making a product available to the public.

verb
To free someone from a responsibility or burden
To allow a film, music etc. to be sold/distributed
To allow to leave a jail, cage, etc.; let out
To let go of something you are holding

other
The action of setting someone free from imprisonment or constraint.

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illness

US /ˈɪlnɪs/

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UK /ˈɪlnəs/

noun
Unhealthy condition of the mind or body
A disease or period of sickness affecting the body or mind.

other
A disease or period of sickness affecting the body or mind.

other
A particular instance or type of disease.

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scrub

US /skrʌb/

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UK /skrʌb/

noun
Act of cleaning with hard rubbing

verb
To clean with hard rubbing

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risk

US /rɪsk/

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UK /rɪsk/

noun
Actions that cause potential problems

verb
To do something potentially dangerous or foolish

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professional

US /prəˈfɛʃənəl/

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UK /prə'feʃənl/

adjective
Of jobs such as doctor, lawyer, accountant, etc.
Relating to or characteristic of a profession; engaged in a profession or occupation.
Acting/done properly as a qualified person would
Getting paid for playing a sport/doing an activity
Exhibiting a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace.
Having or showing the skill appropriate to a professional person; competent.
Conforming to the standards of skill, competence, or character normally expected of a properly qualified and experienced person in a work environment
Engaged in a specified activity as one's main paid occupation rather than as a pastime.
Relating to or belonging to a profession.

noun
Highly qualified person, e.g. lawyer or doctor
A person engaged in a specific profession.
One who plays a sport or similar activity as a job
A person engaged or qualified to engage in a profession.
A person who engages in a sport or other activity as a profession.
A person who engages in a sport or activity as a job.

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alcohol

US /ˈælkəˌhɔl,-ˌhɑl/

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UK /'ælkəhɒl/

other
A colorless volatile flammable liquid produced by the natural fermentation of sugars; also the intoxicating ingredient of wine, beer, and other drinks.
Any organic compound whose molecule contains one or more hydroxyl groups attached to a carbon atom.

noun
A colorless liquid that can catch fire (C2H5OH)
Drinks such as wine, whiskey, beer

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frequently

US /ˈfrikwəntlɪ/

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UK /ˈfri:kwəntli/

adverb
Often; regularly
In a common or usual manner.
In many instances; commonly.
Often; at short intervals.
Repeatedly or many times.

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treatment

US /ˈtritmənt/

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UK /ˈtri:tmənt/

noun
Medicine or method to make someone healthier
Way someone acts toward another
The way someone behaves towards or deals with someone or something.
The way a writer, artist, or filmmaker deals with a subject or theme.
Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury.
A process or manner of behaving towards someone or something.
A substance or preparation used for a specific purpose, especially a cosmetic or medicinal one.

other
The way someone behaves towards or deals with a person or thing.
The way a writer, artist, or filmmaker deals with a subject or theme.
Medical care given to a patient for an illness or injury.
The action or manner of treating someone or something.
A process or manner of behaving toward someone or something.

other
A substance or preparation used for a specific purpose, especially in medicine or industry.

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coronavirus

US /kɒrənə'vaɪrəs/

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UK /kɒrənə'vaɪrəs/

noun
Any of a group of RNA viruses that cause a variety of diseases in humans and other animals.
A disease caused by a coronavirus, especially COVID-19.
Any of a family of viruses that can cause diseases including the common cold and COVID-19.

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notice

US /ˈnotɪs/

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UK /'nəʊtɪs/

noun
A written or printed announcement or warning.
Formal notification of intention to end a contract of employment.
Time by when you must leave, e.g. if you are fired
Paper with an announcement, e.g. pinned to a board
Advance notification of intention to end an agreement or employment.

verb
To become aware by sight, touch, or hearing
To become aware of (something).

other
To pay attention

other
To become aware of (something) by seeing, hearing, or feeling it.

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investigation

US /ɪnˌvɛstɪˈɡeʃən/

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UK /ɪnˌvestɪ'ɡeɪʃn/

noun
Search for information about something
A systematic or formal inquiry to discover and examine the facts of an incident, allegation, etc. so as to establish the truth.

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offer

US /ˈɔfɚ, ˈɑfɚ/

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UK /'ɒfə(r)/

noun
Price you say you are willing to pay for something
Act of making a thing available to be accepted

verb
To suggest a price you are willing to pay
To give the opportunity to accept something
To state a price one is willing to pay
To say you are willing to do something
To give or say something as an act of worship
To suggest something to someone

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control

US /kənˈtrol/

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UK /kən'trəʊl/

other
The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
The ability to keep your feelings or behavior in check.

other
To have power over; to manage or regulate.
To exercise restraint or direction over; dominate.
To restrain; to keep in check.

noun
A device designed to operate a machine
Participant in experiment that is left untouched
Act to dominate or command; make manageable
A law limiting the growth or spread of something
A means of regulating a machine or apparatus.
A place which overseas or manages e.g. a factory

verb
To direct or influence the behavior of something

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breathe

US /brið/

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UK /bri:ð/

verb
To move air into and out of your lungs
To say something very softly
To stop moving so one can rest

other
To emit or exhale (something).
To say something quietly.

other
To be alive.
To take air into your lungs and send it out again.
To inhale and exhale air.

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information

US /ˌɪnfɚˈmeʃən/

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UK /ˌɪnfəˈmeɪʃn/

noun
Collection of facts and details about something
A place where information is available.
(Law) A formal accusation of a crime, differing from an indictment in that it is presented by a competent public officer instead of a grand jury.
A formal accusation of a crime, made by a public official.
A formal accusation of a crime, made by a public official.
A source of facts or news.

other
Data as processed, stored, or transmitted by a computer.
A body of facts; data.
Details or particulars about something.
Facts provided or learned about something or someone.
News or intelligence.

other
A collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn.
Data processed, stored, or transmitted by a computer.
Detailed facts about a subject.
Facts provided or learned about something or someone.
News or intelligence.

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public

US /ˈpʌblɪk/

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UK /'pʌblɪk/

adjective
Open to or shared by all people.
Of or concerning the people as a whole.
Relating to the government or state.
Known to everyone.
Open to or shared by all people.
Owned by the government
Concerning society in general

other
The views of the general population.
Work done for the benefit of the community.

noun
People in general.
A place accessible to all members of a community.

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confirm

US /kənˈfɜ:rm/

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UK /kənˈfɜ:m/

verb
To formally approve or check something
To provide evidence to establish the truth of

other
To establish or strengthen an opinion or feeling.
To approve or sanction formally.
To make definite or firm; ratify.
To administer the religious rite of confirmation to.
To administer the religious rite of confirmation to someone.
To state or prove the truth of; substantiate; verify.
To strengthen or reinforce something.
To validate or give formal approval to something.
To verify or substantiate; to establish the truth or accuracy of something.

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fever

US /ˈfivɚ/

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UK /'fi:və(r)/

other
To cause to have a fever.

other
A state of intense excitement.

noun
A high body temperature, indicating illness
State of excited emotion or activity

other
An abnormally high body temperature, usually accompanied by shivering, headache, and in severe instances, delirium.

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virus

US /ˈvaɪrəs/

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UK /'vaɪrəs/

noun
A small infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of other organisms.
File secretly put on computers to cause harm
A piece of code that is capable of copying itself and typically has a detrimental effect, such as corrupting the system or destroying data.
Living organism that causes disease or sickness
A microscopic infectious agent that replicates inside the living cells of an organism.

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protect

US /prəˈtɛkt/

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UK /prə'tekt/

verb
To defend someone or something from harm or danger

other
To defend someone or something from attack.
To maintain (domestic industries) by taxing imports.
To guard against financial loss or risk.
To keep someone or something safe from harm or damage.
To defend or guard (one's interests or rights).
To keep someone or something safe from harm or damage.
To preserve or maintain something in its original state.

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person

US /'pɜ:rsn/

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UK /'pɜ:sn/

noun
Man, woman or child
A character in a play, story, or other work of fiction.
A grammatical category that distinguishes between the speaker (first person), the addressee (second person), and others (third person).
A human being; an individual.
An entity recognized by law as having rights and responsibilities, such as an individual, corporation, or organization.
An individual, typically used to emphasize their distinct identity or role.

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