actinomeric

/æk.tɪ.nəˈmɛr.ɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling actinomycetes, a group of bacteria that includes the genus Actinomyces

“The doctor examined the actinomeric colonies under a microscope to determine their species.”

2. noun

a member of the genus Actinomyces or a similar organism

“The patient’s actinomeric infection was treated with antibiotics.”

Synonyms

  • bacterial
  • microbial

Antonyms

  • fungal
  • viral