A infeção
Example: A infeção espalhou-se rapidamente pelo hospital inteiro.
Definition
"A infeção" refers to the invasion and multiplication of harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, or fungi within the body, causing illness or disease. It typically results in symptoms and can spread, as in the phrase 'A infeção espalhou-se rapidamente pelo hospital inteiro.'
Etymology
The word "a infeção" comes from the Latin 'infectio,' meaning 'to taint' or 'corrupt.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, reflecting the idea of something harmful invading or contaminating the body. Did you know? The root 'infect-' is also present in words like 'infection' and 'infectious.'
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