Fever - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈfiːvər|  American pronunciation of the word fever
Brit.  |ˈfiːvə|  British pronunciation of the word fever

noun

- a rise in the temperature of the body; frequently a symptom of infection (syn: pyrexia)
- intense nervous anticipation
in a fever of resentment

Extra examples

The symptoms of the disease include headache and fever.

We waited in a fever of anticipation.

He had us all in a fever with worry.

Andy has a fever and won't be coming into work today.

I woke up this morning with a fever and an upset stomach.

She's running a fever (=has a fever).

The usual symptoms are a pink rash with a slight fever.

Soccer fever has been sweeping the nation as they prepare for the World Cup.

...a sudden access of hay fever was making him feel miserable...

Your forehead feels hot. I think you might have a fever.

Constitutional symptoms of the disease include headache and fever.

High fever, nausea, and excessive sweating are some of the symptoms.

You should always consult a physician if you develop a high fever.

Her symptoms include chills and a fever.

He was delirious with fever.

Word forms

noun
singular: fever
plural: fevers
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