septic/ˈseptɪk; `sɛptɪk/ adjcaused by or causing infection with harmful bacteria 由病菌引起或感染的; 脓毒性的: a septic wound 染毒创伤 A dirty cut may become septic, ie affected by bacteria. 伤口不洁可受感染. Cf 参看 sepsis.
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