English dictionary
Wassermann
/'w/A/s/@/rm/@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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German bacteriologist who developed a diagnostic test for syphilis (1866-1925)
Synonyms august von wassermannSource: WordNet 3.0
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a blood test to detect syphilis; a complement fixation test is used to detect antibodies to the syphilis organism treponema; a positive reaction indicates the presence of antibodies and therefore syphilis infection
Source: WordNet 3.0