bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl 
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
bacterial infection
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The bubonic plague is the most common form of the bacterial infection, which spreads naturally among rodents like prairie dogs and rats.
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CBS News, 12 July 2025
Plague is a bacterial infection known for killing tens of millions in 14th century Europe.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
This bacterial strain, often found on your skin, produces toxins that can cause food poisoning in people who consume contaminated food.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 10 July 2025
Antibacterial According to research, extracts produced from coconut's endocarp (internal layer) inhibited bacterial activity in lab studies.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
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CBS News, 12 July 2025
Plague is a bacterial infection known for killing tens of millions in 14th century Europe.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
This bacterial strain, often found on your skin, produces toxins that can cause food poisoning in people who consume contaminated food.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 10 July 2025
Antibacterial According to research, extracts produced from coconut's endocarp (internal layer) inhibited bacterial activity in lab studies.
—Amy Brownstein, Verywell Health, 9 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for bacterial
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“Bacterial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bacterial. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
Medical Definition
bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
a bacterial chromosome
bacterial infection
bacterial endocarditis
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