germ transmission

noun

UK /dʒɜːm trænzˈmɪʃən/

US /dʒɜːrm trænzˈmɪʃən/

Germ transmission is how tiny germs move from one person to another.

Washing your hands helps stop germ transmission.

SYNONYMS

spread of germs infection spread disease transmission contagion

RELATED WORDS

hygiene handwashing sneezing coughing sanitizer

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The passing of bacteria or viruses through the air when someone coughs or sneezes.

Covering your mouth when you sneeze reduces airborne germ transmission.

3. The transfer of germs by touching dirty surfaces or objects.

Cleaning doorknobs often lowers germ transmission at home.

4. The spread of germs through food or water that is not clean.

Boiling water can prevent germ transmission in some places.