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pneumonia

/nuːˈməʊniə/
Word
Definition

Pneumonia is a dangerous illness causing the lungs to fill with liquid.

Example Sentence

Elaine got pneumonia after playing outside in the rain without a coat.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 4

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