coliform

adjective

co·li·form ˈkō-lə-ˌfȯrm

ˈkä-

: of, relating to, or being gram-negative rod-shaped bacteria (such as E. coli) normally present in the intestine

monitored coliform levels in drinking water

coliform noun

First Known Use

1906, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of coliform was in 1906

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“Coliform.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coliform. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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coliform

adjective

co·li·form ˈkō-lə-ˌfȯrm, ˈkäl-ə-

: of, relating to, or being gram-negative rod-shaped bacteria (such as E. coli) normally present in the intestine

monitored coliform levels in drinking water

coliform noun

Fecal coliforms can include disease-causing organisms, such as some strains of E. coli, which produces severe diarrhea. —

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