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pyogenic

[ pahy-uh-jen-ik ]

adjective

, Pathology.
  1. producing or generating pus.
  2. attended with or pertaining to the formation of pus.


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Other Words From

  • nonpy·o·genic adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of pyogenic1

First recorded in 1830–40; pyo- + -genic
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Example Sentences

As a result of pyogenic infection, suppuration of the labyrinth may occur.

The pyogenic cocci are added factors in the pustular and furuncular cases.

Entrance into the follicles of pyogenic micrococci is now regarded as the essential factor.

If the pyogenic polypoid mucous membrane be not carefully removed, suppuration may persist.

Like septicæmia, this condition is due to pyogenic bacteria, the streptococcus pyogenes being the commonest organism found.

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