MYXOMA VIRUS
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Myxoma Virus.
Myxoma Virus - as a noun
A poxvirus closely related to smallpox virus; causes benign gelatinous tumors in humans
Example Sentences
"The myxoma virus is a poxvirus that causes a highly contagious disease in rabbits."
"Scientists are studying the potential use of the myxoma virus as a biological control agent for rabbit populations."
"The myxoma virus has been successfully used in some regions to manage overpopulated rabbit populations."
"Vaccination is available to protect domestic rabbits from myxoma virus infection."
"In Australia, myxoma virus was intentionally introduced to control the rabbit population but eventually became less effective."
