Definition: To bring into contact with a substance that causes illness (a pathogen).
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look, At this word “infected,” a tricky hook! The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, “To bring into contact, it's true!” It means something has come in touch, With something that causes quite a clutch – Of illness, you see, a nasty plight, A pathogen causing trouble bright! Think of germs and viruses small, That enter your body, standing tall. They make you feel poorly, weak and slow, That’s what “infected” means, you know! So, if something's infected, it’s clear, It's been touched by a cause of fear – A sickness spreading, swift and fast, Let’s remember this lesson meant to last! Do you have any questions for me now?