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disease

/dɪˈziːz/ /dɪˈziz/

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noun

Болезнь, заболевание

An abnormal condition of a human, animal or plant that causes discomfort or dysfunction; distinct from injury insofar as the latter is usually instantaneously acquired.

Examples :

"The tomato plants had some kind of disease that left their leaves splotchy and fruit withered."

У томатных растений была какая-то болезнь, из-за которой их листья покрылись пятнами, а плоды увяли.

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noun

Порок, язва

(by extension) Any abnormal or harmful condition, as of society, people's attitudes, way of living etc.

Examples :

"The current political climate is a worrying disease in our society, affecting relationships and trust. "

Текущий политический климат – это вызывающий беспокойство порок в нашем обществе, влияющий на отношения и доверие.

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noun

Недомогание, беспокойство, болезнь

Lack of ease; uneasiness; trouble; vexation; disquiet.

Examples :

"The long drive home caused a disease of impatience in the car. "

Долгая дорога домой вызвала в машине недомогание от нетерпения.

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verb

Раздражать, беспокоить

To cause unease; to annoy, irritate.

Examples :

"The noisy construction next door is really diseasing me; I can't concentrate on my work. "

Шумное строительство по соседству меня очень раздражает; я не могу сосредоточиться на работе.

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verb

Заразить, заболеть

To infect with a disease.

Examples :

"The flu virus easily diseases children in the classroom. "

Вирус гриппа легко заражает детей в классе.

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