microbial
pronunciation
How to pronounce microbial in British English:
UK [maɪ'krəʊbɪəl]
How to pronounce microbial in American English:
US [maɪ'kroʊbɪrl]
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- Adjective:
- of or involving or caused by or being microbes
Word Origin
- microbial (adj.)
- 1879, from Modern Latin microbion (see microbe) + -al (1).
Example
- 1. In addition to desirable flavors produced from fermentation , this technique can control microbial growth .
- 2. Microbial activities in the gut can affect how well we respond to various medications , for example .
- 3. Extrusion can be used to control the water activity of ingredients , which in turn determines microbial growth and hence , spoilage .
- 4. But what is probably the most pertinent question is how an individual 's personal microbial " signature " relates to health and disease .
- 5. " All you have to do is match the microbial culture with the type of stuff you want to use as fuel , " he says .