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amebic

or a·moe·bic

[ uh-mee-bik ]
/ əˈmi bɪk /
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adjective

of, relating to, or resembling an ameba.
characterized by or due to the presence of amebas, as certain diseases.

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Origin of amebic

ameb(a) + -ic

Words nearby amebic

am-dram, amdt., A.M.E., ameba, amebiasis, amebic, amebic abscess, amebic colitis, amebic dysentery, amebic granuloma, amebicide
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Medical definitions for amebic

amebic

adj.

Relating to, resembling, or caused by amebas.
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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