strep

noun

often attributive

Examples of strep in a Sentence

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In 1937, the Massengill Drug Company marketed the new over-the-counter antibacterial drug to treat strep infections. Michael Posner, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2026 If the severe throat pain symptoms are explained by a positive strep test, a patient starts antibiotics. Eva Flowe april 20, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026 Because of that variance, Lye tests for strep even when there isn't a sore throat. Nicole Villalpando, Austin American Statesman, 25 Feb. 2026 This includes prenatal testing for diabetes, testing for group B strep, standard vaccinations, and many standard medications. ​wendy Wisner, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strep

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First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of strep was in 1927

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“Strep.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strep. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

strep

noun

Medical Definition

strep

noun
often attributive
: streptococcus
a strep infection
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