nonseptate

/nɑnzɛpˈteɪt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not divided into parts or segments, especially in reference to bacteria having no septum in their cell division process.

“The scientist studied the nonseptate bacteria that were found in the contaminated water.”

2. noun

A bacterium that is not divided into parts or segments.

“The lab report listed the nonseptate bacteria as one of the many microorganisms found in the sample.”

Synonyms

  • aseptate
  • unseptate

Antonyms

  • septate