Definitions
n. A tiny infectious agent that reproduces inside living cells
病毒
n. Harmful computer code that spreads by infecting files or programs
计算机病毒
Example
The doctor said a virus was causing my cough.
医生说我的咳嗽是由病毒引起的。
Public health campaigns can limit the spread of a virus by encouraging vaccination and regular handwashing.
公共卫生宣传可以通过鼓励接种疫苗和经常洗手来限制病毒传播。
Collocations
- spread a virus
- computer virus
- virus infection
Word family
- viral (adj.)
- antiviral (adj.)
Usage tip
virus是病毒，bacterium是细菌；两者不能混用。
FAQ
- What does virus mean?
- A tiny infectious agent that reproduces inside living cells Harmful computer code that spreads by infecting files or programs
- How is virus pronounced?
- UK /ˈvaɪrəs/, US /ˈvaɪrəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
