Meaning of the word grippe in English

What does grippe mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grippe

US /ɡrɪp/
UK /ɡrɪp/

Noun

an acute, highly contagious, infectious disease of humans and other animals caused by an RNA virus of the family Orthomyxoviridae, characterized by inflammation of the respiratory tract, fever, and muscular pain; influenza.

Example:
She was laid low with the grippe for a week.
The doctor diagnosed him with the grippe.