Latent bacteria Synonyms

Definitions for Latent


  • (adjective) not being in a state of use, activity, or employment
  • (adjective) potentially existing but not presently evident or realized
  • (adjective) (pathology) not presently active

Definitions for Bacteria


  • (noun) (microbiology) single-celled or noncellular spherical or spiral or rod-shaped organisms lacking chlorophyll that reproduce by fission ; important as pathogens and for biochemical properties; taxonomy is difficult; often considered to be plants