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infestation
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ĩfɨʃtɐˈsɐ̃w̃/in·fes·ta·ção
Definition
1The presence of an unusually large number of insects or animals in a place, causing damage or disease.
Usage examples
“The infestation of termites required professional treatment.”
“The building was closed due to a rat infestation.”
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insect infestationrodent infestationcontrol an infestation