subpassage en · NOUN
Etymology
From sub- + passage.
Meanings
- (countable, uncountable) The passage (movement) of a strain of microorganism through the gut of an animal in order to increase its virulence.
- (countable) A passage of text forming part of a larger passage.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| subpassages | Number=Plur | lexicographic |