English

bacteria

bækˈtɪriə, bækˈtɪr.i.ə, bækˈtɪəɹ.ɪ.ə, bækˈtɪɹ.i.ə
Meaning: microscopic organisms
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: bækˈtɪr.i.ə, bækˈtɪəɹ.ɪ.ə, bækˈtɪɹ.i.ə

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Example sentences

Some bacteria are useful for the human body.
Some bacteria are useful for the human body.
The naked eye cannot see most bacteria.
The naked eye cannot see most bacteria.
Bacteria cause the decay of dead plants and animals.
Bacteria cause the decay of dead plants and animals.
Some bacteria produce a powerful toxin that can make you very sick.
Some bacteria produce a powerful toxin that can make you very sick.

Usage Notes

Plural of bacterium. While some cause disease, many are essential for health and ecological processes.

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