gordonia

/ˌɡɔrdəˈniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of bacteria, particularly Gordonia bronchialis, which is a type of actinobacterium.

“The scientist studied the Gordonia strain in her lab, looking for potential health applications.”

Synonyms

  • actinobacterium
  • bacteria

Antonyms

  • fungal
  • virus