defective virus one that cannot be completely replicated or cannot form a protein coat; in some cases replication can proceed if missing gene functions are supplied by other viruses; see also helper virus.
subjugate - put down by force or intimidation; The government quashes any attempt of an uprising; China keeps down her dissidents very efficiently; The rich landowners subjugated the peasants working the land
âThe legal term sub judice means a particular case is currently under trial, or being considered by a judge.â âA case which has been decided by a court, but is still open to appeal, is not considered sub judice until notice of appeal has been given.â âThe next day the Widgery Tribunal was announced, making meaningful reporting on what had happened sub judice.â