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Choleraic

Definition

Choleraic is an adjective used to describe something related to cholera, a highly contagious and often deadly disease caused by an infection of the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

Related to the symptoms or characteristics of cholera.

Example sentence: The choleraic patient displayed severe dehydration and watery diarrhea.

Sense 2:

Causing or motivated by extreme anger or wrath.

Example sentence: The choleraic mob descended upon the headquarters, venting their rage on anything in their path.

Sense 3:

Characteristic of the historical cholera outbreaks or epidemics.

Example sentence: The choleraic hygiene practices of the past led to devastating outbreaks and high mortality rates.

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