poliovirus

/pəˈlaɪəvʌɪrəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A highly infectious RNA virus that primarily affects children and is characterized by its ability to cause poliomyelitis, a disease that can lead to paralysis.

“The widespread vaccination efforts helped to eradicate the poliovirus in many countries.”

Synonyms

  • polio virus
  • poliomyelitis virus

Antonyms

  • anti-polio virus
  • polio-free virus