Definition of Contagion

an infection or other medical condition that is passed through both direct and indirect contact

Examples of Contagion in a sentence

Washing your hands is one of the most effective ways to stop the spread of the fatal contagion.  

Because Danielle is concerned about being exposed to the contagion, she will not visit her classmate in the hospital.  

Many people are missing work because of the influenza contagion.  

Fortunately, the canine contagion can’t be passed on to humans.  

The schools in our town are closing in order to prevent the transmission of the contagion.  

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