Meaning of the word pathogen in English

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pathogen

US /ˈpæθ.ə.dʒən/

UK /ˈpæθ.ə.dʒən/

a bacterium, virus, or other microorganism that can cause disease.

Example:

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The scientists identified a new pathogen responsible for the outbreak.

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Proper hygiene helps prevent the spread of pathogens.

Synonym:

germ microbe virus bacterium parasite

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