Definition

An entity or organism that does not act as a vector, meaning it does not carry or transmit a particular pathogen or influence.

Example

The nonvector species in the study were found to have no role in spreading the disease.

Conversation

Did you know that some insects are classified as nonvector organisms?

Really? I had no idea what that meant.

Yeah, it means they don’t transmit diseases, unlike other insects.

That’s interesting! It’s good to know some bugs are harmless.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonvector → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "vector" (from Latin "vector", meaning one who carries). The word "nonvector" refers to something that does not carry or convey a direction or magnitude, often used in mathematical or scientific contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'one who carries' ('vector') to remember that a nonvector is something that does not carry direction or magnitude.

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