viroid

English

noun
Definitions
  • A short section of RNA but without the protein coat typical of viruses, that are plant pathogens
  • Certain defective viruses, such as hepatitis D, a human pathogen.

Etymology

Suffix from English virus.

Origin

English

virus

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