Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Lurgy

What does it mean?

A mild illness such as a cold or flu.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative but light-hearted.

When do you use it?

Used casually when you're feeling a bit unwell.

Examples

Example 1: I've caught some horrible lurgy from the kids.

Example 2: She's off work with the lurgy.

Question for you

What do you do to feel better when you've got the lurgy?

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