ædɪˈnoʊvɪrəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or caused by an adenovirus

“The adenoviral infection was identified as the primary cause of the outbreak.”

2. noun

a virus belonging to the family Adenoviridae

“The adenoviral particles were studied in detail using electron microscopy.”

3. noun

a vector or virus used in gene therapy or vaccination

“The adenoviral vector was engineered to deliver the therapeutic gene to the target cells.”