bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl 
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
bacterial infection
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Numerous studies found that eugenol and other polyphenols in cloves have anti-bacterial properties.
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Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 28 Dec. 2025
Maintain a moderate humidity level since higher humidity can encourage mold and bacterial growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
These additives can reduce the bacterial efficiency in the tank by killing off the good bacteria that are used to break down organic waste.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
The severe bacterial form — the one that causes fever, chills and intense urinary symptoms — is rare.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
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Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 28 Dec. 2025
Maintain a moderate humidity level since higher humidity can encourage mold and bacterial growth.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2025
These additives can reduce the bacterial efficiency in the tank by killing off the good bacteria that are used to break down organic waste.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025
The severe bacterial form — the one that causes fever, chills and intense urinary symptoms — is rare.
—Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for bacterial
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“Bacterial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bacterial. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
Medical Definition
bacterial
adjective
bac·te·ri·al
bak-ˈtir-ē-əl
: of, relating to, or caused by bacteria
a bacterial chromosome
bacterial infection
bacterial endocarditis
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