Chlamydia
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kləˈmɪd.i.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Chlamydia is a noun meaning (uncountable) Any of several common, often asymptomatic, sexually transmitted diseases caused by the microorganism Chlamydia trachomatis.
Meaning
(uncountable) Any of several common, often asymptomatic, sexually transmitted diseases caused by the microorganism Chlamydia trachomatis.
More Meanings
- (countable) Any of various coccoid microorganisms of the genus Chlamydia that are pathogenic to humans and other animals.
Example Sentences
That makes sense, because we’re all looking for flowery language from our physicians. “Like the sunlight shines upon the hidden grassy meadow, so does chlamydia cast a warm glow upon your private parts.”
Word Forms
- chlamydias
- chlamydiae
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include infection, chlamydiasis, trachoma, chlamydaemia, chlamydiosis, bedsonia.
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