Etymology

kung flu

Today it means: Synonym of COVID-19. Full definition →

First used 2020
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The story

Blend of kung fu + flu, in reference to the disease's presumed origin in Wuhan, China, in late 2019.

First known use, by meaning

  • 2020 Synonym of COVID-19.

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