Synonyms for fomite
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
An inanimate object capable of carrying infectious agents (such as bacteria, viruses or prions), and thus passively enabling their transmission between hosts; common examples include towels, dishcloths, kitchenware/flatware, and laundry.
Forms
- Plural
- fomites → vehicles…
Example sentences
- vehicle These tire tracks were made by a mid-size vehicle.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| fomite | steady | |
| vehicle | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 5 letters
- fomes
- 7 letters
- vehicle3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (vehicle3 = 3 syllables).