STD

What does STD stand for?

Sexually transmitted disease

An acronym that refers to a disease that is spread by sex.

STDs can have varying effects, but most are treatable or curable. Some of the most common STDs are genital herpes, HIV/AIDS, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.

Example

"We had to see pictures of STDs in health class today, STMS."

Related Slang

STISexually transmitted infection
VDVenereal disease
HIVHuman immunodeficiency virus
AIDSAcquired immune deficiency syndrome
UNADRYou need a doctor
CDCCenters for Disease Control and Prevention
STMSSick to my stomach

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Last Updated: December 10, 2014

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