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Term: West Nile Encephalitis Virus

Description:

The West Nile Encephalitis Virus is a member of the genus Flavivirus and is a cause of West Nile fever and West Nile encephalitis, which are infectious diseases transmitted to humans through mosquito bites.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun - Medical

Definition: A virus that causes West Nile fever and West Nile encephalitis in humans.

Sample sentence: The West Nile Encephalitis Virus has become a significant public health concern in many countries.

Sense 2:

Noun - Biology

Definition: A member of the Flavivirus genus that primarily affects birds but can be transmitted to humans through mosquito bites.

Sample sentence: Many bird species act as reservoir hosts for the West Nile Encephalitis Virus.

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