subpassage

noun, verb — 3 senses

subpassage

noun

Etymology From sub- + passage.

1

The passage (movement) of a strain of microorganism through the gut of an animal in order to increase its virulence.

2

A passage of text forming part of a larger passage.

subpassage

verb

Etymology From sub- + passage.

1

To perform a subpassage.

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