measle

noun

mea·​sle ˈmē-zəl 

: a cysticercus tapeworm larva

specifically : one found in the muscles of a domesticated mammal

Examples of measle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Legislative action is needed to remove the requirements for the measles, mumps and rubella vaccine, polio, diphtheria, rubeola and tetanus vaccines. — Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026

News of a fifth measles death in Pennsylvania underscores a longstanding issue about the disease. — STAT, 2 Oct. 2026

Some states that aren't currently experiencing large measles outbreaks have notified residents of possible exposures. — Rachel Carlson, NPR, 30 Sep. 2026

Pennsylvania reported Wednesday that a fifth person who had measles has died as rising infections in the state continue to push up the country’s record-breaking count of cases. — Lena H. Sun, Washington Post, 30 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

singular of measles

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for measle

• biodiesel
• easel
• weasel

Medical Definition

measle

noun

mea·​sle ˈmē-zəl 

: cysticercus

specifically : one found in the muscles of a domesticated mammal