non-airborne pathogen
/nɒn ˈɛərbaɪn ˈpæθədʒən/ · non ˈair ˌborn ˈpath ə ˌɡɛn
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- An organism or agent that causes disease but is not transmitted through the air. The doctor explained that the non-airborne pathogen was likely spread through contaminated food and water.
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- A substance or agent that can cause disease but is not airborne, often requiring direct contact to be transmitted. The researchers studied the properties of the non-airborne pathogen to develop an effective treatment.
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Did you know? The term 'non-airborne pathogen' highlights the importance of understanding the modes of transmission for various diseases, allowing for targeted prevention and control measures.