microorganisms

Cultural  

1. Organisms so small that they can be seen only through a microscope. (See bacteria, protozoa, and viruses.)

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Example Sentences

Using that tech, MOA Foodtech discovered the best microorganisms to make use of the leftover starch and fibre in the pea protein industry.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

With that data, MOA has trained an AI to work out what combinations of substrates and microorganisms would achieve the best yields.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Scientists say these microorganisms could also interact with environmental pollutants inside the body.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

That benefits microorganisms that remove phosphorus and nitrogen.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

It devoted itself to developing protective vaccines, and it concentrated on basic research into ways to control lethal microorganisms.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston