mamavirus en · NOUN
Etymology
Alteration of mimivirus by analogy with pairs such as mini–maxi and micro–macro. Coined by La Scola et al in 2008.
Meanings
- Acanthamoeba polyphaga mimivirus, a member of family Mimiviridae, larger than any previously identified virus.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| mamaviruses | Number=Plur | lexicographic |