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1. (n.) streptomyces
any of several aerobic bacteria of the genus Streptomyces, certain species of which produce antibiotics.
Etymology: (< NL (1943), =strepto - + Gk mýkēs fungus)
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1. (noun) streptomyces
aerobic bacteria (some of which produce the antibiotic streptomycin)
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1. streptomyces
A genus of bacteria that form a nonfragmented aerial mycelium. Many species have been identified with some being pathogenic. This genus is responsible for producing a majority of the ANTI-BACTERIAL AGENTS of practical value.
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