acquired immune deficiency syndrome

noun

: aids

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The ordinance prohibits employers from refusing to hire any person who has acquired immune deficiency syndrome, or is infected with the virus that causes the disease. San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2023

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First Known Use

1982, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of acquired immune deficiency syndrome was in 1982

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“Acquired immune deficiency syndrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acquired%20immune%20deficiency%20syndrome. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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acquired immune deficiency syndrome

noun
: aids

Medical Definition

acquired immune deficiency syndrome

noun
: aids

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