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Pox

/pˈɑks/
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(noun) A disease characterized by purulent skin eruptions that may leave pockmarks.

Chicken pox is an itchy nuisance for kids.
The child has a case of chicken pox.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The child was kept home from school after developing chicken ____ and was told to rest.

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