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Clostridium

Verb / ˈaɪˈʌm / Another word for clostridium — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Clostridium is a type of bacteria that can cause infections in humans and animals.

Synonyms & similar words

clostridia bacterium germ microbe pathogen organism bug virus parasite protozoa fungus bacillus coccus spirillum spirochete streptococcus staphylococcus enterococcus lactobacillus escherichia salmonella

Example sentences

  1. 1. The clostridium infection can be treated with antibiotics.
  2. 2. Clostridium bacteria are commonly found in soil and water.
  3. 3. The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with clostridium perfringens.
  4. 4. Clostridium is a type of anaerobic bacterium.
  5. 5. The clostridium toxin can cause botulism poisoning.

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