streptomyces

streptomyces means any of several bacteria, of the genus Streptomyces, found in soil, several of which produce antibiotics. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 81 out of 100.

Etymology

From the genus name.

noun

Any of several bacteria, of the genus Streptomyces, found in soil, several of which produce antibiotics.

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Often preceded by

genus bacterium producing actinomycete fungus strain