noun
- a serious infectious disease of animals and humans caused by bacteria
Usage: medical
Examples
- The veterinarian diagnosed the cattle with anthrax.
- Anthrax can be transmitted from infected animals to humans.
- The laboratory confirmed the presence of anthrax bacteria in the samples.
- Workers in wool mills were historically at risk for anthrax exposure.
- The anthrax outbreak required immediate quarantine measures.
- Antibiotics are effective in treating anthrax if given early.