infection

Word parts

infect + -ion

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪnˈfɛkʃən/

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Noun

Singular infection

Plural infections

1. An infection is when germs enter the body and make it sick.

   He had a serious infection from the cut on his arm.

2. An infection is the state of being infected.

   The doctor had to treat a person with a scabies infection.

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