miasma
Meaning
- A noxious atmosphere or emanation once thought to originate from swamps and waste, and to cause disease.
- (figuratively) A noxious atmosphere or influence, an ominous environment.
Translations
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بخار العفنPronounced as (IPA)
/miˈæzmə/
Etymology
First attested in 1665. From Ancient Greek μίασμα (míasma, “stain; pollution”).
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