airborne disease agent
/ˌɛrˈbaɪrn diːˈzeɪz ˈædʒənt/ · air.borne.dis.ease.agent
noun
- A microorganism, such as a virus, bacteria, or fungus, that is capable of being transmitted through the air and causing disease in humans or animals. The airborne disease agent was identified as a strain of influenza virus.
noun
- A substance or particle that is suspended in the air and can cause disease or discomfort, such as pollen or dust. The airborne disease agent was a common allergen in the region.
noun
- A vector or carrier that transmits a disease-causing agent through the air, such as an insect or a contaminated surface. The airborne disease agent was a mosquito that carried the malaria parasite.
Did you know? The term 'airborne disease agent' was first used in the 19th century to describe the transmission of cholera through contaminated water and air.