Meaning of Dracula sneeze | Babel Free
Definitions
A sneeze directed into the crook of one's elbow so as to help prevent the spread of germs.
Equivalents
Nederlands
elleboogniezen
Examples
“Wang also encouraged the use⟳ of the "Dracula sneeze⟳," or sneezing into the crease of your elbow as you bring⟳ your arm to your face⟳.”
“Regarding prevention, the school has begun encouraging sick community members to use⟳ the “Dracula sneeze⟳,” sneezing into their elbows to avoid⟳ getting germs on their hands and then onto doorknobs and plumbing fixtures.”
“Use⟳ a closed fist or assume⟳ the Dracula sneeze⟳ pose to temper germ transmission.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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