Tetanus

/tˈɛtənəs/

/ˈtɛtənəs/

[noun]

Tetanus

[NOUN]

a sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses

a severe infectious disease marked by painful muscle contractions, particularly that of the jaw, as a result of bacteria invading the body through cuts or wounds

synonyms : lockjaw

Examples

1. Treatment of tetanus involves application of tetanus immune globulin and supportive care measures.

2. Finally, tetanus vaccine immunization can prevent the disease.

3. Give him tetanus and diamorphine right away! -

4. Anti-tetanus, to eradicate a lethal disease.