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

But what about that 4% of Americans who were fully vaccinated and still tested positive for measles infection this year? — Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2026

About 93% of people who have contracted measles this year were unvaccinated or had an unknown status. — Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026

Over the past year, various problems have been reported at some of the facilities including a measles outbreak, expired food, air conditioning failures, and medical negligence. — Philip Wang, Time, 20 July 2026

Travelers at the Philadelphia International Airport may have been exposed to measles on the Fourth of July, but does that mean the greater Philly area should be concerned? — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 16 July 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