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infestation

UK
/ˌɪn.fɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌɪn.fɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/

Translations

infestationnoun
infestations
pl
UK
/ˌɪn.fɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌɪn.fɛsˈteɪ.ʃən/
infestationSe dit d’une présence massive d’insectes, d’animaux nuisibles ou d’éléments indésirables.
The infestation of termites in the old house caused significant structural damage.
L’infestation de termites dans la vieille maison a causé d’importants dégâts structurels.
Additional translations
infestationSens médical : invasion et multiplication de parasites sur ou dans un organisme.
Synonyms
invasion
plague
swarm
overrun
outbreak

Definitions

infestationnoun
The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place, typically causing damage or disease.
The infestation of termites in the old house caused significant structural damage.
A situation in which something harmful or unwanted is present in large numbers.
The infestation of weeds in the garden made it difficult for the flowers to grow.
The invasion and multiplication of parasites in or on the body of a host organism.
The doctor confirmed an infestation of head lice after examining the child.
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