tularemic

/tʌləˈrɛmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by tularemia, a bacterial infection also known as rabbit fever

“The hiker contracted a tularemic infection from contaminated water while in the woods.”

2. noun

a person or animal affected by tularemia

“The tularemic patient was quarantined to prevent further spread of the disease.”

Synonyms

  • rabbit fever
  • tularemia

Antonyms

  • healthy
  • non-contagious