Lactobacillus

Pronunciation: /læk.toʊˈbæk.ɪ.ləs/

Definitions of Lactobacillus

noun a type of bacteria that is commonly found in the digestive system and is often used as a probiotic

Example Sentences

A1 Lactobacillus is a type of bacteria found in yogurt.

A2 Consuming products containing Lactobacillus can help improve gut health.

B1 Probiotics often contain strains of Lactobacillus to promote digestive health.

B2 Studies have shown that Lactobacillus can help boost the immune system.

C1 Lactobacillus acidophilus is a specific strain of Lactobacillus known for its health benefits.

C2 Researchers are studying the potential of Lactobacillus in preventing and treating various diseases.

Examples of Lactobacillus in a Sentence

formal Lactobacillus is a type of bacteria commonly found in yogurt and other fermented foods.

informal I heard that Lactobacillus is really good for your gut health.

slang Yo, you gotta get some of that Lactobacillus stuff, it's like magic for your stomach.

figurative Lactobacillus is like the friendly bacteria that keeps your digestive system in check.

Grammatical Forms of Lactobacillus

• plural: Lactobacilli
• comparative: more Lactobacillus
• superlative: most Lactobacillus
• present tense: Lactobacillus
• future tense: will be Lactobacillus
• perfect tense: has been Lactobacillus
• continuous tense: is being Lactobacillus
• singular: Lactobacillus
• positive degree: Lactobacillus
• infinitive: to Lactobacillus
• gerund: Lactobacilling
• participle: Lactobacillus

Origin and Evolution of Lactobacillus

First Known Use: 1901 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'Lactobacillus' originates from Latin, where 'lacto' means milk and 'bacillus' means rod. It refers to the rod-shaped bacteria that produce lactic acid.

Evolution of the word: The term 'Lactobacillus' was first coined in 1901 by the Danish microbiologist, Nobert Henrich Hansen. Since then, it has become widely used in the field of microbiology to refer to a genus of bacteria that are commonly found in dairy products and the human digestive system.