microorganism — an organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size, especially a bacterium, virus, or fungus
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size, especially a bacterium, virus, or fungus
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmaɪkroʊˌɔːrɡənɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- The chef blamed invisible microorganisms for his soup tasting like old socks.
- Probiotics contain beneficial microorganisms that support digestive health.
- My roommate's dirty dishes have become a thriving ecosystem of microorganisms.
microorganism
NOUN[/ˈmaɪkroʊˌɔːrɡənɪzəm/]
an organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size, especially a bacterium, virus, or fungus
an organism of microscopic or submicroscopic size, especially a bacterium, virus, or fungus
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🌳Etymology
Origin
A modern scientific term combining Greek micro- (small) and organism (living being). The prefix micro- derives from Greek mikros meaning small, while organism comes from Greek organon (tool, instrument) via the Modern Latin organisma, referring to a living system with organized parts.
Breakdown
micro- (Greek mikros, small) + organism (from Greek organon, instrument/organ, denoting a living entity with coordinated parts).
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📝Examples
“The chef blamed invisible microorganisms for his soup tasting like old socks.”
“Probiotics contain beneficial microorganisms that support digestive health.”
“My roommate's dirty dishes have become a thriving ecosystem of microorganisms.”
“Water treatment plants use chemicals to kill dangerous microorganisms.”
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