whooping cough
English
/ˈhuːpɪŋ ˌkɒf/, /ˈhuːpɪŋ ˌkɔːf/, /ˈhuːpɪŋ ˌkɔf/, /ˈwʊpɪŋ ˌkɔf/
noun
Definitions
- (disease) A contagious disease of the respiratory system that usually affects children caused by the bacterium , the advanced stage of which is characterised by spasms of coughing followed by a whooping sound during the intake of breath.
Etymology
Compound from English whooping + English cough.
Origin
English
cough