THERMOPHILE


Meaning of THERMOPHILE in English

[ 'θə:mə(ʊ)fʌɪl ]

■ noun Microbiology a bacterium or other microorganism that grows best at high temperatures (above 45°C).

Derivatives

thermophilic adjective

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