Sars Common

Sars has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:

Definitions

Noun

a respiratory disease of unknown etiology that apparently originated in mainland China in 2003; characterized by fever and coughing or difficulty breathing or hypoxia; can be fatal

"The travel advisory warned visitors to avoid crowded areas due to the risk of contracting SARS, a severe respiratory disease known for causing high fevers and potentially fatal complications."

severe acute respiratory syndrome SARS

Acronym of severe acute respiratory syndrome; also Sars.

"The sars were quick to identify the injured swimmer and pull him from the cold water."

Acronym of severe acute respiratory syndrome; also SARS.

plural of SAR

In plain English: SARS is an old name for a dangerous virus that causes severe respiratory illness and has mostly disappeared from most places today.

"The sars in the river helped us cross to the other side quickly."

Proper Noun

plural of Sar

"After years of conflict, the two rival clans finally signed a peace treaty to end their long-standing feud."

Example Sentences

"The sars in the river helped us cross to the other side quickly." noun

"The sars were ancient Chinese coins that circulated for centuries." noun

"Collectors often search for rare sars from the Ming dynasty to complete their sets." noun

"Many museums display authentic sars in glass cases alongside other historical artifacts." noun