Virology Terminology

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bacteriophage COVID-19

bacteriophage

noun a virus that specifically targets bacteria

  • Bacteriophages are viruses that infect and replicate within bacteria.
  • Bacteriophages are like tiny viruses that attack bacteria.
  • Those bacteriophages are like bacteria's worst nightmare.
  • Bacteriophages can be seen as nature's way of controlling bacterial populations.

COVID-19

noun a type of coronavirus that causes respiratory illness (COVID-19 stands for 'coronavirus disease 2019')

  • The global economy has been greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • I heard that Sarah tested positive for COVID-19.
  • I can't believe COVID-19 ruined our vacation plans.
  • The spread of COVID-19 has cast a dark shadow over our daily lives.