infectious disease
US /ɪnˈfek.ʃəs dɪˈziːz/
UK /ɪnˈfek.ʃəs dɪˈziːz/
名词
传染病, 感染性疾病
a disease caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites or fungi that can be spread, directly or indirectly, from one person to another
示例:
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Influenza is a common infectious disease that spreads quickly in winter.
流感是一种在冬季迅速传播的常见传染病。
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Vaccination is an effective way to prevent the spread of infectious disease.
疫苗接种是预防传染病传播的有效方法。