Advertisement
Advertisement
pleuropneumonialike organism
[ ploor-oh-noo-mohn-yuh-lahyk, -moh-nee-uh-, -nyoo-, ploor- ]
noun
- any antibiotic-resistant mycoplasma causing a form of pneumonia in humans. : PPLO
Discover More
Word History and Origins
Origin of pleuropneumonialike organism1
First recorded in 1930–35
Advertisement
Word of the Day
[fur-kin ]
Meaning and examplesStart each day with the Word of the Day in your inbox!
By clicking "Sign Up", you are accepting Dictionary.com Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policies.
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Browse