microbe
Translation
microbe, microorganism
Examples
Some microbes can cause serious diseases.
Some microbes can cause serious diseases.
The scientist studied the microbe under a microscope.
The scientist studied the microbe under a microscope.
Grammar Patterns
a/the microbe a very small living thing Some microbes can cause serious diseases.
Similar Words
Synonyms: germ, bacterium, microorganism
Etymology
From Greek 'mikros' (small) + 'bios' (life). It literally means 'small life'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'micro' (small) life form that you need a microscope to see.