Definitions

1. noun

Any of a group of viruses that are single-stranded RNA viruses of the genus Orthohepevirus, which are typically transmitted through the fecal-oral route.

“The hospital reported a recent outbreak of echovirus among the children in the pediatric ward.”

2. noun

A specific strain of the echovirus, often identified by a number, such as echovirus 30.

“The researchers studied the effects of echovirus 30 on patients with compromised immune systems.”