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variolous
[vuh-rahy-uh-luhs]
adjective
of or relating to smallpox.
affected with smallpox.
having pits like those left by smallpox.
variolous
/ əˈɪəə /
adjective
relating to or resembling smallpox; variolar
Word History and Origins
Origin of variolous1
Example Sentences
The expression of an intense variolous poison is known as hemorrhagic variola; also as purpura variolosa and black pox.
After waiting two months Jenner inoculated him with variolous material.
If properly conducted, it secures the constitution as much as variolous inoculation possibly can.
The same appearances were observable on the arms as we commonly see when a patient has had variolous matter applied, after having either the Cow-pox or the Small-pox.
M. Eckström promises to publish a complete description of the variolous epidemic, which prevailed last year at Stockholm, and in the provinces.
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