Coliform
noun
A type of bacteria commonly found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals, used as an indicator for water safety.
Coliform bacteria are tested in drinking water to ensure it is safe for consumption.
Often appears as...
- total coliform
- fecal coliform
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A type of bacteria commonly found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals, used as an indicator for water safety.
Coliform bacteria are tested in drinking water to ensure it is safe for consumption.
Often appears as...
- total coliform
- fecal coliform
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'coliform' in discussions about microbiology or water quality testing.
Testing coliform levels is common in public health settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
'Coliform' is a formal term; be cautious using it in casual conversations.
Use it primarily in scientific or technical discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Antonyms
There aren’t specific antonyms for 'coliform', but relating it to pure or safe water can denote the opposite concept.
Understanding the absence of coliform signals clean water.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'coliform' in discussions about microbiology or water quality testing.
Testing coliform levels is common in public health settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
'Coliform' is a formal term; be cautious using it in casual conversations.
Use it primarily in scientific or technical discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Antonyms
There aren’t specific antonyms for 'coliform', but relating it to pure or safe water can denote the opposite concept.
Understanding the absence of coliform signals clean water.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use 'coliform' in discussions about microbiology or water quality testing.
Testing coliform levels is common in public health settings.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
'Coliform' is a formal term; be cautious using it in casual conversations.
Use it primarily in scientific or technical discussions.
Pro Tip 3/3Antonyms
There aren’t specific antonyms for 'coliform', but relating it to pure or safe water can denote the opposite concept.
Understanding the absence of coliform signals clean water.
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