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Escherichia coli

Noun - Biology: Escherichia coli is a type of bacteria commonly found in the intestines of humans and animals. It is a gram-negative, facultative anaerobic, rod-shaped bacterium that plays a crucial role in digestion.

Example sentence: Escherichia coli is one of the major species of bacteria residing in the gut of both humans and animals.

Adjective - Medical: Referring to the bacterium known as Escherichia coli and its associated characteristics and infections.

Example sentence: The patient was diagnosed with an Escherichia coli infection and was prescribed antibiotics.

Noun - Microbiology: Escherichia coli, also called E. coli, is extensively studied by microbiologists due to its widespread representation and importance in research.

Example sentence: Scientists are studying the genetic structure of Escherichia coli to better understand its role in various biological processes.

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