coryneform

/kɒrɪˈnɛfɔrm/

Definitions

1. adjective

Describing bacteria that have a characteristic club-shaped or pointed end

“The coryneform bacteria found in soil can be beneficial to plant growth.”

2. noun

A type of bacterium that has a coryneform shape

“The scientist studied the coryneform bacteria under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • club-shaped
  • rod-shaped

Antonyms

  • coccus
  • spherical