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bubonic

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Adjective — Relating to buboes — the painfully swollen lymph nodes caused by certain infections, most famously the plague.

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bubonic plague

Etymology

From Latin bubo (a swelling, or "bubo") plus the adjective suffix -ic.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bubonic” mean?

The word “bubonic” means relating to buboes — the painfully swollen lymph nodes caused by certain infections, most famously the plague. In plain terms, describes the swelling-related form of plague, as in "bubonic plague.".

How do you pronounce “bubonic”?

“Bubonic” is pronounced byoo-BO-nihk (/bjuːˈbɒnɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “bubonic” in a sentence?

Here is “bubonic” used in a sentence: “Bubonic plague devastated Europe in the 14th century.”

What part of speech is “bubonic”?

“Bubonic” is an adjective.

Where does the word “bubonic” come from?

The word “bubonic” comes from Latin. From Latin bubo (a swelling, or "bubo") plus the adjective suffix -ic.

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