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microbiology
[mahy-kroh-bahy-ol-uh-jee]
noun
the branch of biology dealing with the structure, function, uses, and modes of existence of microscopic organisms.
microbiology
/ ˌmaɪkrəʊˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl, ˌmaɪkrəʊbaɪˈɒlədʒɪ /
noun
the branch of biology involving the study of microorganisms
microbiology
The scientific study of microorganisms.
Other Word Forms
- microbiological adjective
- microbiologic adjective
- microbiologically adverb
- microbiologist noun
- ˌˌˈDz adverb
- ˌDzˈDZDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of microbiology1
Example Sentences
Trump feels certain, in the face of all available evidence, that he’s the ultimate expert in literally everything: aviation, microbiology, flush toilets and, of course, the ecstatic perfection of tariff policy.
Dr Lindsey Edwards, a senior lecturer in microbiology at King's College London, said the new study "marks a significant and alarming increase compared to previous data".
The hospital’s microbiology lab identified three possible culprits: two bacteria and a fungus, a mucormycete mold.
She said he does not drink, smoke or take drugs and was focused on his exams, eventually passing eight GCSEs, and had been planning to study microbiology at university.
The alchemy of cooking involves teaching children and other learners about microbiology, physics, chemistry, materials science, math, cooking techniques and tools, food ingredients and their sourcing, human health and problem-solving.
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