The word "contagion" refers to infection or the spread of disease. It is used to describe the transmission of something negative, often figuratively.
La palabra "contagion" se refiere a la infección o la propagación de una enfermedad. Se usa para describir la transmisión de algo negativo, a menudo de forma figurada.
| Word | contagion |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | infection. |
| Sentence | Fearing contagion, the health authorities took great steps to prevent the spread of the disease. |
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