viroid
Meanings
Plural: viroids
Noun
- the smallest of viruses; a plant virus with its RNA arranged in a circular chromosome without a protein coat
- A short section of RNA but without the protein coat typical of viruses, that are plant pathogens
- Any of certain defective viruses, such as hepatitis D, a human pathogen.
Origin / Etymology
From virus + -oid.
Synonyms
Viroidales, virusoid
Scrabble Score: 10
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Words With Friends Score: 11
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