actinobacillus
|ac-ti-no-ba-cil-lus|
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/ˌæk.tɪ.noʊ.bəˈsɪl.əs/
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/ˌæk.tɪ.nəʊ.bəˈsɪl.əs/
rod-shaped bacteria
Etymology
Etymology Information
'actinobacillus' originates from New Latin, combining 'actino-' meaning 'ray' and 'bacillus' meaning 'little rod.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'actinobacillus' was coined in the late 19th century to describe this genus of bacteria.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the rod-like shape of the bacteria, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a genus of gram-negative, non-motile bacteria that are part of the family Pasteurellaceae, often found in the respiratory tracts of animals and can cause disease.
Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae is a significant pathogen in pigs.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/29 20:36