aerobe Meaning & Definition
/ˈɛː.rəʊb/
What Does Aerobe Mean?
Aerobe is used as a noun meaning Any organism (but especially a bacterium) that can tolerate the presence of oxygen, or that needs oxygen to survive.
Quick Facts About Aerobe
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɛː.rəʊb/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Plural | aerobes |
Aerobe Definition (Noun)
- Any organism (but especially a bacterium) that can tolerate the presence of oxygen, or that needs oxygen to survive.
Synonyms of Aerobe
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Aerobe synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
aerobe (plural aerobes)
Origin of Aerobe
Derived from French aérobie. By surface analysis, aero- + -obe.
How Do You Say Aerobe?
You say aerobe as /ˈɛː.rəʊb/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɛː).