arenavirus

ar·en·a·vi·rus

A a

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ahr-en-ey-vahy-ruh s]
- /ˌɑr ɛnˈeɪˌvaɪ rəs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ahr-en-ey-vahy-ruh s]
- /ˌɑr ɛnˈeɪˌvaɪ rəs/

Definitions of arenavirus word

noun plural arenavirus any of various RNA-containing viruses of the family Arenaviridae, usually transmitted to humans by contact with excreta of infected rodents. 1
noun arenavirus Any of several RNA viruses, of the genus Arenavirus, most of which cause severe diseases transmitted by rodents. 1

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Origin of arenavirus

First appearance:

before 1971

One of the 2% newest English words

1971; earlier arenovirus (1970) < Latin (h)arēn(a) sand + -o- + virus; so called from the RNA granules seen in cross sections of the virion

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Parts of speech for Arenavirus

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arenavirus popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

arenavirus usage trend in Literature

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