/noʊkɑːrˈdiːə/ (noh-kar-DEE-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

a genus of Gram-positive, rod-shaped bacteria that can cause infections in humans, particularly in people with weakened immune systems

“The patient’s wound became infected with Nocardia bacteria, which required aggressive antibiotic treatment.”

2. adjective

relating to or caused by Nocardia bacteria

“The doctor examined the patient for signs of Nocardia infection, which is rare but potentially serious.”