fomite

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Synonyms: foxite, somite, domite, comite

Antonyms: foxite, somite, domite, comite

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Noun

1. {{lb|en|medicine}} An inanimate object capable of carrying infectious agents (such as [[bacteria]], [[virus]]es or [[prion]]s), and thus passively enabling their transmission between hosts; common examples include towels, dishcloths, kitchenware/flatware, and laundry.

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