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actinomyces

ac·tin·o·my·ces
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ak-tin-oh-mahy-seez, ak-tuh-noh-]
    • /ækˌtɪn oʊˈmaɪ siz, ˌæk tə noʊ-/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ak-tin-oh-mahy-seez, ak-tuh-noh-]
    • /ækˌtɪn oʊˈmaɪ siz, ˌæk tə noʊ-/

Definitions of actinomyces word

  • noun actinomyces a genus of bacteria that causes disease in humans and improves soil ecology 3
  • noun plural actinomyces any of several saprophytic, filamentous, anaerobic bacteria of the genus Actinomyces, certain species of which are pathogenic for humans and animals. 1

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A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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