Coccic

/ˈkɑsɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of or relating to cocci; having the nature or form of coccus bacteria.

Etymology

From coccus + -ic (suffix meaning 'of or relating to'); an alternative form of coccal.

Kelly Says

Both 'coccic' and 'coccal' exist in English, showing how scientific language can have competing terms—textbooks use both, and microbiologists develop personal preferences.

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