parvo

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Noun parvo has 1 sense

parvovirus, parvo - any of a group of viruses containing DNA in an icosahedral protein shell and causing disease in dogs and cattle; not known to be associated with any human disease
--₁ is a kind of animal virus

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Parvo

Part of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

Sense 1:

Definition: A highly contagious viral disease affecting dogs, especially puppies, causing vomiting, diarrhea, and fever.

Example Sentence: If your puppy is not vaccinated, there is a risk of contracting parvo.

Sense 2:

Definition: Short for parvovirus, the virus that causes parvo.

Example Sentence: Parvo is a dangerous virus that can be easily transmitted to other dogs.

Sense 3:

Definition: Small or stunted in growth.

Example Sentence: The bonsai tree remained parvo even after several years of cultivation.

Sense 4:

Definition: Pertaining to a local or neighborhood area.

Example Sentence: The local newspaper features parvo stories that are relevant to our community.

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