microbial
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/maɪˈkroʊ.bi.əl/
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/maɪˈkrəʊ.bi.əl/
related to microbes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'microbial' originates from the Greek word 'mikros,' meaning 'small,' and 'bios,' meaning 'life.'
Historical Evolution
'microbial' evolved from the Greek word 'mikrobios,' which was adapted into modern English as 'microbial.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any small life form, but now it specifically refers to microorganisms.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of a microbe or microbes.
The microbial activity in the soil is crucial for plant growth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42