rabid
[ˈɹeɪbɪd]
[ˈɹæbɪd]
An animal that has rabies becomes violent and can bite others.
Rabies is a serious disease that affects animals, but also people. When an animal like a dog or cat gets it, they might become very aggressive and start biting anyone who comes near them. If you see an animal acting strangely, such as foaming at the mouth or growling constantly, it's possible they have rabies. In this case, stay away from the animal - don't try to touch it or feed it, because you could get bitten.
How common is "rabid"?
Word rabid is considered rare in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions
noun
A human or animal infected with rabies.
adjective
Affected with rabies.
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