피부에 고름이 잡히는 발진이 생기고 나중에 흉터가 남는 여러 가지 바이러스성 질환.
Any of several viral diseases characterized by a rash of pustules that often leave permanent scars or pockmarks on the skin.
예문:
"The pox was once a devastating disease that claimed millions of lives before the vaccine was developed."
"He survived the infection but his face was permanently scarred by the pox."
성병의 일종인 매독을 비격식적으로 이르는 말.
A term used informally or historically to refer to syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection.
예문:
"In the Victorian era, the pox was a common but taboo subject in urban centers."
"He feared that his reckless behavior would lead him to catch the pox."
고구마 등 식물의 표면에 딱지 모양의 검은 얼룩이 생기는 병.
A disease of plants, particularly sweet potatoes, characterized by dark, scab-like spots on the surface.
예문:
"The farmer noticed that the soil pox had ruined most of his sweet potato harvest."
"Crop rotation is often used to prevent the spread of pox in the fields."
상대방에 대한 저주나 강한 불쾌감을 나타내는 감탄사적 표현.
Used as a curse or an expression of intense irritation or dislike toward someone or something.
예문:
"A pox on his lies; I will never trust a word he says again!"
"A pox on this cold weather for ruining our outdoor plans."