zoonotic
/zoʊˈnɑːtɪk/
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- Relating to or denoting a disease that can be passed from animals to humans.
- COVID-19 is believed to have a zoonotic origin, likely from bats.
- Vaccinating pets helps reduce the risk of zoonotic infections like leptospirosis.
- Farmers need to be aware of zoonotic diseases that can spread from livestock.
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