Synonyms of tetanus

Noun

1. tetanus, lockjaw, infection

usage: an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages

2. tetanus, contraction, muscular contraction, muscle contraction

usage: a sustained muscular contraction resulting from a rapid series of nerve impulses

Definition and meaning of tetanus (Dictionary)