Bacteroid
Pronunciation: /ˈbiˈæktˈɪɹoʊˈaɪdi/
Bacteroid (noun)
- A type of bacteria that has a rod-like shape and is often found in the intestines.
Examples
- Bacteroids are essential for breaking down complex carbohydrates.
- A bacteroid is a type of bacteria found in soil.
Common collocations: bacteroid species, bacteroid population, bacteroid function