coccus

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun any spherical or nearly spherical bacteria

Etymology

From New Latin, from Latin coccum, from Ancient Greek κόκκος (kókkos, “grain, seed”).

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Synonyms

cocci

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