Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Relating to bacteriology: Pertaining to the scientific study of bacteria, their structure, functions, and significance.
   • Relating to bacteria: Concerning bacteria themselves or their characteristics.

Usage

• The adjective "bacteriologic" is used to describe anything connected to the science of bacteriology or to the properties and analysis of bacteria. It is often used in scientific, medical, and laboratory contexts.

Examples

• The bacteriologic analysis of the water sample confirmed the presence of harmful pathogens.
• She published her findings in a leading bacteriologic journal.
• Standard bacteriologic techniques were used to culture the specimen.

Advanced Usage

• "Bacteriologic examination": A detailed analysis or test to identify and study bacteria.
  • A thorough bacteriologic examination is essential for diagnosing the infection.
• "Bacteriologic warfare": An older, less common term for biological warfare involving bacteria. (Note: The more standard modern term is "bacteriological warfare" or "biological warfare".)

Variants and Related Words

• Bacteriological (adj): This is a more common variant with identical meaning to "bacteriologic".
  • The bacteriological laboratory is equipped with advanced incubators.
• Bacteriologist (n): A scientist who specializes in bacteriology.
  • The bacteriologist identified a new strain of bacteria.
• Bacteriology (n): The branch of microbiology dealing with bacteria.
  • He decided to specialize in bacteriology.

Synonyms

• Microbiological (when referring to the study of microorganisms, which includes bacteria).
• Bacterial (specifically relating to the bacteria themselves, rather than the study of them).

Notes on Meaning

• While "bacteriologic" and "bacterial" are related, they are not perfect synonyms. "Bacteriologic" relates to the of bacteria (bacteriology). "Bacterial" relates directly to the bacteria themselves (e.g., a infection). A test is used to study a disease.

Adjective

1. of or relating to bacteriology