coccus

[US]/ˈkɒkəs/
[UK]/ˈkɑːkəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a spherical bacterium; small dry fruit; fruit segment
Word Forms
Pluralcocci

Phrases & Collocations

coccus bacteria

coccus infection

coccus species

coccus morphology

coccus arrangement

coccus colony

coccus shape

coccus growth

coccus classification

coccus test

Example Sentences

the coccus bacteria can cause various infections.

staphylococcus is a type of coccus that can be harmful.

scientists study coccus shapes under a microscope.

some coccus species are beneficial to human health.

infections caused by coccus can be treated with antibiotics.

the coccus can reproduce rapidly in warm environments.

identifying the type of coccus is crucial for diagnosis.

coccus bacteria can be found in clusters or chains.

the lab tested samples for the presence of coccus.

understanding coccus behavior helps in infection control.

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