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streptococcus - What does it mean?

Definition of 'streptococcus'

English

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Noun

(streptococci)
  • A spherical, gram-positive bacterium of the genus Streptococcus . Although commonly found benignly in the human mouth and gut, and though many species are non-pathogenic, other species can cause diseases including strep throat and more serious conditions.
  • Derived terms

    * strep * strep throat