Definition
paramyxoviruses
noun
- A family of enveloped RNA viruses that cause respiratory and systemic diseases in humans and animals, including measles, mumps, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Usage: technical; medical; plural form of paramyxovirus
Examples
- Paramyxoviruses are responsible for several common childhood illnesses.
- The measles virus is one of the most well-known paramyxoviruses.
- Researchers study paramyxoviruses to develop better vaccines.
- Mumps and respiratory syncytial virus are both paramyxoviruses.
- Paramyxoviruses spread through respiratory droplets in infected individuals.
- The structure of paramyxoviruses includes an outer lipid envelope with spike proteins.