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Definitions for spirochete
ˈspaɪ rəˌkitspiro·chete

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. spirochete, spirochaetenoun

    parasitic or free-living bacteria; many pathogenic to humans and other animals

Wiktionary

  1. spirochetenoun

    any of several coiled bacteria, of the order Spirochaetales, most of which are pathogenic to both humans and animals

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  1. spirochete

    A spirochete is a type of spiral-shaped bacteria that can cause various diseases in humans, including syphilis, Lyme disease, and a form of relapsing fever. Typically, these bacteria are long, thin, and flexible, and use a twisting motion to move. Their ability to penetrate bodily tissues and cells allows for effective evasion of the host's immune system.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of spirochete in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of spirochete in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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