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Meaning of viral

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

viral

Pronunciation:/ˈvaɪɹəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A video, image or text spread by "word of mouth" on the internet or by e-mail for humorous, political or marketing purposes.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of or relating to a biological virus.

    Example: viral DNA

  2. Caused by a virus.

    Example: viral infection

  3. Of the nature of an informatic virus; able to spread copies of itself to other computers.

  4. Spread by word of mouth, with minimal intervention in order to create buzz and interest.