Definition of Acidophilus in English :

Define Acidophilus in English

Acidophilus meaning in English

Meaning of Acidophilus in English

Pronunciation of Acidophilus in English

Acidophilus pronunciation in English

Pronounce Acidophilus in English

Acidophilus

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Noun

1. acidophilus, lactobacillus acidophilus

a bacterium that is used to make yogurt and to supplement probiotics

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Acidophilus

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noun
biology
a lactic-acid-producing bacterium primarily found in live yoghurt, useful in restoring bacterial balance in the intestine

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Acidophilus

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adj.
1. Growing well in an acid medium: acidophilic bacteria.
2. Easily stained with acid dyes: an acidophilic cell.

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