Biodefense

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Any defensive measure taken against an attack using bacteria, viruses or toxins
  2. 2
    procedures involved in taking defensive measures against attacks using biological agents wordnet

Etymology

From bio- + defense.

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