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coccal

/ˈkɒk.əl/

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adjective

/ˈkɒk.əl/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к кокку (сферической бактерии) или напоминающий его.

Relating to or resembling a coccus (a spherical bacterium).

  1. Relating to coccus bacteriaC1formalmedical

    Of or pertaining to bacteria that have a spherical shape, known as cocci.

    ruКокковый

    • The infection was caused by a coccal bacterium.
    • Coccal forms are often seen in pairs or chains under the microscope.
    • The doctor identified a coccal strain in the patient's sample.

    Synonymscoccoid