Phage

usgb/feɪdʒ/
noun

A phage is a virus that specifically infects and kills bacteria.

Bacteriophages can be used to treat bacterial infections.
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Medical

Phages are often researched for their potential as antibiotics in treating infections.

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Phage therapy is a promising alternative to antibiotics.
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Technical

In microbiology, understanding phages is crucial for genetic engineering and biotechnology.

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The study of phage lambda has contributed much to molecular biology.
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Context

Phages represent the natural way to combat bacterial overgrowth in ecosystems.

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Phages help control bacterial populations in natural environments.
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