Definition

Related to the study of bacteria and their effects on living organisms.

Example

The bacteriologic analysis revealed the presence of harmful bacteria in the water.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new bacteriologic research coming out this month?

No, I haven't! What is it about?

It's supposed to reveal new ways to combat infections using bacteriologic methods.

That sounds fascinating! I can't wait to learn more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bacteriologic → It is formed from "bacterium" (from Greek "bakterion", meaning small staff or rod) and "-logic" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word refers to the scientific study of bacteria.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bacterium' as the small rod-shaped organisms being studied in 'logic' or science — that's why bacteriologic means the study of bacteria.

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