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tetanus

[ˈtɛtənəs]

tetanus Definition

  • 1a serious bacterial disease that affects the nervous system and causes painful muscle contractions, especially of the jaw and neck muscles
  • 2an acute infectious disease caused by the toxin-producing bacterium Clostridium tetani, characterized by rigidity and spasms of the voluntary muscles

Using tetanus: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tetanus" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Tetanus can be prevented by vaccination.

  • Example

    The wound was so deep that he had to get a tetanus shot.

  • Example

    Symptoms of tetanus include muscle stiffness and spasms.

  • Example

    Untreated tetanus can lead to respiratory failure and death.

tetanus Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tetanus

Phrases with tetanus

  • a form of tetanus that occurs in newborns, usually as a result of unhygienic umbilical cord care

    Example

    Neonatal tetanus is a major cause of infant mortality in developing countries.

  • a vaccine that provides immunity against tetanus

    Example

    If you haven't had a tetanus shot in the last 10 years, you should get one.

  • a modified form of the tetanus toxin that is used in vaccines to stimulate an immune response without causing disease

    Example

    Tetanus toxoid is a key component of the DTaP vaccine.

Origins of tetanus

from Greek 'tetanos', meaning 'stiff'

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Summary: tetanus in Brief

Tetanus [ˈtɛtənəs] is a serious bacterial disease that causes painful muscle contractions, especially of the jaw and neck muscles. It is caused by the toxin-producing bacterium Clostridium tetani and can be prevented by vaccination. Symptoms include muscle stiffness and spasms, and untreated tetanus can lead to respiratory failure and death.