spirochete

IPA(Pronunciation)

Noun

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

Japanese Meaning

らせん状の形を持つ細菌。多くは人間や動物に感染し、病原性を示す。

The clinician identified a spirochete in the blood smear, prompting immediate treatment.

臨床医は血液塗抹でらせん状の細菌を確認し、直ちに治療を開始した。

Sense（1）

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

spirochetes

（ plural ）