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1. (n.) rhizobium
any of several rod-shaped bacteria of the genus Rhizobium, capable of fixing nitrogen in the root nodules of the bean, clover, and other legumes.
Etymology: (< NL (1889) < Gk bíos life (see bio -) and NL -ium -ium2)
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1. (noun) Rhizobium, genus Rhizobium
the type genus of Rhizobiaceae; usually occur in the root nodules of legumes; can fix atmospheric oxygen
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1. Rhizobium
A genus of gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacteria that activate PLANT ROOT NODULATION in leguminous plants. Members of this genus are common soil inhabitants.
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