Definitions

1. noun

A genus of bacteria of the order Actinomycetales; they are soil-dwelling, Gram-positive bacteria that can form fruiting bodies.

“The myxococcus was studied by the microbiology team to better understand its unique life cycle.”

2. adjective

Relating to or resembling Myxococcus.

“The researcher described the phenomenon as myxococcal in nature due to its unique characteristics.”