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new virus
/njuː ˈvaɪ.rəs/
Definition
1
A recently discovered or emerging strain of virus, typically one that is novel to a host population and capable of causing outbreaks or pandemics.
2
In computing, a newly developed malicious software program that replicates itself by infecting other programs or files, distinct from previously known variants.
Examples
The new virus hit the lab like an uninvited guest who brought their own playlist.
Everyone's hoarding toilet paper again because of this new virus – priorities, people.
My antivirus just flagged the new virus, but it was really just my cat walking on the keyboard.
The new virus spreads faster than gossip at a family reunion.