-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
swine influenza
noun
Examples of swine influenza in a Sentence
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'swine influenza.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
1919, in the meaning defined above
Dictionary Entries Near swine influenza
Cite this Entry
“Swine influenza.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swine%20influenza. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.
Medical Definition
swine influenza
nounNote: Swine influenza is caused by any of several subtypes (such as H1N1 or H3N2) of an orthomyxovirus (species Influenza A virus of the genus Influenzavirus A). Strains of the virus subtypes have been transmitted to humans, sometimes causing outbreaks.
see swine fluMore from Merriam-Webster on swine influenza
Nglish: Translation of swine influenza for Spanish Speakers
Britannica English: Translation of swine influenza for Arabic Speakers
Share