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Vocabulary Entry
mumps
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A contagious viral infection that causes swelling of the salivary glands, particularly the parotid glands.
Example Sentences
"After coming down with mumps, he had to stay home from school."
"The outbreak of mumps in the community raised concerns among health officials."
"Vaccination against mumps is important for public health."
V
verb
To complain or grumble in a low voice.
Example Sentences
"She mumps about having too much work to do."
"He mumps whenever he has to clean his room."
"The kids mumps when they're asked to eat vegetables."