학질모기가 옮기는 기생충에 의해 발생하는 급성 열성 전염병으로, 적혈구가 파괴되면서 오한과 고열이 주기적으로 반복되는 질환.
An infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites that are transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes, characterized by periodic cycles of chills and fever.
예문:
"The World Health Organization is working to eradicate malaria in sub-Saharan Africa."
"Travelers to tropical areas are often advised to take anti-malarial medication."
"Symptoms of malaria include fatigue, vomiting, and headaches following a mosquito bite."
과거에 질병을 유발한다고 믿었던 늪지나 하수구에서 발생하는 해로운 기운이나 오염된 공기.
A poisonous or unwholesome atmosphere, historically believed to arise from marshes and cause disease.
예문:
"In the 18th century, people believed that the malaria rising from the marshes caused fever."
"The etymology of the word reflects an ancient belief in 'bad air' as a source of infection."