The spelling of the word "Antibubonic" is determined by its components: "anti" meaning against and "bubonic" referring to bubonic plague. The pronunciation is IPA /æn.ti.bjuːˈbɒn.ɪk/. It is used to describe something that counteracts or prevents bubonic plague, a deadly bacterial disease transmitted through fleas. Although rare, the disease has caused a significant number of deaths throughout history. The development of antibiotics has helped reduce its impact, making the use of "Antibubonic" a necessity in the medical world.