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In the Middle Ages, the term "plague" primarily referred to the devastating pandemic known as the Black Death, which swept through Europe in the 14th century. Caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis, it resulted in the deaths of millions and had profound social, economic, and cultural impacts. The term could also refer more generally to any widespread disease or affliction that caused significant suffering. Plague was often viewed as a punishment from God, leading to various societal responses, including religious fervor and scapegoating.

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