actinomycetal
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/ˌæk.tɪ.noʊ.maɪˈsiː.təl/
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/ˌæk.tɪ.nəʊ.maɪˈsiː.təl/
ray-like bacterial structure
Etymology
'actinomycetal' originates from the Greek word 'aktis' meaning 'ray' and 'mykes' meaning 'fungus', referring to the ray-like structure of the bacteria.
The term 'actinomycetal' evolved from the Greek 'aktis' and 'mykes' to describe the ray-like appearance of these bacteria.
Initially, it referred to the ray-like structure of certain fungi, but now it is used to describe a group of bacteria.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of actinomycetes, a group of bacteria known for their filamentous growth.
The actinomycetal structure is crucial for its antibiotic properties.
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Last updated: 2025/04/30 08:36