Microbes Meaning

/mˈaɪˌkroʊbz/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

nounplural of microbe

Sentence Examples

You boil water to kill all the microbes in it.
What's the difference between microbes and bacteria?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:
bug germ microbe
Antonyms:
None
CEFR Practice Quiz
The lab test revealed millions of harmful ____ living in the water supply.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
While some ____ can cause serious illnesses, many others are actually beneficial to human health and the overall environment.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The lab test revealed millions of harmful ____ living in the water supply.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
While some ____ can cause serious illnesses, many others are actually beneficial to human health and the overall environment.

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