aerobe
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/ˈɛəroʊb/
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/ˈeərəʊb/
oxygen-dependent organism
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerobe' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'aero,' where 'aer' meant 'air' and 'bios' meant 'life.'
Historical Evolution
'aerobe' changed from the Greek word 'aerobios' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerobe'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'life in air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an organism that requires oxygen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an organism, such as a bacterium, that requires air or free oxygen for life.
Aerobes thrive in environments with abundant oxygen.
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Last updated: 2025/05/18 18:36