BACTERIOPHAGE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Bacteriophage.
Bacteriophage - as a noun
A virus that is parasitic (reproduces itself) in bacteria
Example: "Phage uses the bacterium's machinery and energy to produce more phage until the bacterium is destroyed and phage is released to invade surrounding bacteria"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phageHypernyms (Closely Related)
virusHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"After infecting a bacterial cell, the bacteriophage takes over the host's machinery to reproduce."
"Scientists are studying bacteriophages as potential alternatives to antibiotics."
"Bacteriophage therapy involves using bacteriophages to treat bacterial infections."
"The discovery of bacteriophages revolutionized our understanding of viruses."
"Certain bacteria have evolved mechanisms to resist bacteriophage infection."
Word Game Points
Is BACTERIOPHAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bacteriophage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BACTERIOPHAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is BACTERIOPHAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bacteriophage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBACTERIOPHAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.
Is BACTERIOPHAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bacteriophage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBACTERIOPHAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 27.
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bacteriophages
