adenovirus
noun
any of a group of DNA viruses that cause eye and respiratory diseases.
adenoviruses
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pluralof adenovirus.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The scientists were examining the DNA of a group of viruses called adenoviruses, which cause the common cold.
From Scientific American ● Feb. 13, 2023
Four shots delivered adenoviruses carrying a “mosaic” of genes from different HIV subtypes, and the final two contained two versions of HIV’s surface protein.
From Science Magazine ● Jan. 25, 2023
Infectious disease experts have noted that other respiratory illnesses, such as rhinoviruses and adenoviruses, are also circulating.
From New York Times ● Dec. 16, 2022
The technology is similar to vaccines made by Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca, which use different adenoviruses.
From Seattle Times ● May 19, 2022
After all, adenoviruses typically do not cause liver inflammation in healthy people.
From Washington Post ● May 17, 2022
