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Virus
01
a microscopic agent that causes disease in people, animals, and plants
Examples
A virus entered his body and made him sick.
Some viruses are deadly, while others are mild.
02
a harmful program capable of multiplying itself and corrupting files and not allowing a system, like that of a computer, to function properly
Examples
The virus damaged important system files.
He installed antivirus software to remove the virus.
03
a harmful or corrupting agency
