HANTAVIRUS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Hantavirus.
Hantavirus - as a noun
Any virus of the genus hantavirus, transmitted by aerosolized rodent excreta or rodent bites, especially the deer mouse. hantaviruses cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (hps): incubation lasts for 1–5 weeks, sickness begins with fever and muscle aches, followed by shortness of breath and coughing.
Example Sentences
"Deer mice are known to carry hantavirus."
"One way to prevent hantavirus infection is by eliminating rodent infestations in and around the home."
"People can become infected with hantavirus by breathing in the virus when rodent droppings or urine are disturbed."
"Early symptoms of hantavirus infection can be similar to the flu."
"Exposure to hantavirus may occur when cleaning out barns or sheds."
Word Game Points
Is HANTAVIRUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hantavirus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
HANTAVIRUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is HANTAVIRUS a valid Words With Friends word?
No, hantavirus is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordHANTAVIRUS is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is HANTAVIRUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hantavirus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordHANTAVIRUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
