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Noun lassa has 1 sense

Lhasa, Lassa, capital of Tibet, Forbidden City - the sacred city of Lamaism; known as the Forbidden City for its former inaccessibility and hostility to strangers
--₁ is a kind of national capital
--₁ is a part of Tibet, Thibet, Xizang, Sitsang

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Lassa

Noun: A highly contagious viral disease, transmitted to humans via contact with infected rodents.

Sample sentence: The outbreak of lassa in the region has caused a public health crisis.

Noun: A type of rat, typically found in West Africa, that is the primary host of the lassa virus.

Sample sentence: The indigenous people have developed techniques to hunt and trap lassa in order to prevent the spread of the virus.

Adjective: Relating to or characteristic of the city of Lassa.

Sample sentence: The traditional clothing worn during the Lassa Festival reflects the rich cultural heritage of the city.