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amebic dysentery

n. inflammation of the intestines caused by Endamoeba histolytica; usually acquired by ingesting food or water contaminated with feces; characterized by severe diarrhea [syn: amoebic dysentery]

Usage examples of "amebic dysentery".

That was the standard dcscripfion for anything from amebic dysentery to cholera.