Lexical entry

トレポネーマ

toreponeema

A genus of spiral-shaped bacteria, including the cause of syphilis.

Science & MedicinePure GairaigoSource: Latin

Meaning

A genus of anaerobic spirochetes that are pathogenic to humans and animals, notably Treponema pallidum.

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スピロヘータ

A spirochaete, especially Treponema pallidum.

ウイルス

A virus; a microscopic infectious agent.

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