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virus infection

/ˈvaɪərəs ɪnˈfekʃən/

Traduction: Processus par lequel un virus pénètre dans un organisme hôte et s'y multiplie, provoquant des lésions cellulaires et pouvant conduire à une maladie.

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/ˈvaɪərəs ɪnˈfekʃən/B2formalmedical
  • frProcessus par lequel un virus pénètre dans un organisme hôte et s'y multiplie, provoquant des lésions cellulaires et pouvant conduire à une maladie.

The process by which a virus enters a host organism and begins to multiply, causing damage to cells and potentially leading to illness or disease.

  1. Biological infectionB1formal

    The invasion and multiplication of a virus in the body, causing illness or disease.

    frinfection virale

    • The doctor diagnosed her with a viral infection.
    • A virus infection can cause fever, cough, and fatigue.
    • Proper hygiene helps prevent the spread of virus infections.
  2. Computer infectionB1informal

    The state of a computer system being compromised by malicious software (a virus).

    frinfection virale informatique

    • The virus infection corrupted all the files on the hard drive.
    • He lost important data due to a severe virus infection.
    • Antivirus software can detect and remove a virus infection.