Lyssa

5 lettersnoun

Updated February 2026

Definition

rabies; also a cartilaginous structure under the tongue

“The ancient term for rabies was lyssa.”

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"Lyssa" contains 4 unique letters. It includes common vowels which helps with elimination.

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