Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bout-of-flu

noun
/ˈbaʊt əv flu/
Definition
A short period of illness caused by the flu virus.
Examples
  • After having a bout-of-flu, she decided to take better care of her health.
  • He missed a week of school because of a severe bout-of-flu.
  • Many people experience a bout-of-flu during the winter months.
Meaning
A bout-of-flu refers to an episode or occurrence of influenza, characterized by a range of symptoms including fever, cough, and body aches.
Synonyms
  • illness
  • infection
  • sickness