germ (Meaning)
germ (n)
anything that provides inspiration for later work
a small apparently simple structure (as a fertilized egg) from which new tissue can develop into a complete organism
a minute life form (especially a disease-causing bacterium); the term is not in technical use
germ (n.)
That which is to develop a new individual; as, the germ of a fetus, of a plant or flower, and the like; the earliest form under which an organism appears.
That from which anything springs; origin; first principle; as, the germ of civil liberty.
The germ cells, collectively, as distinguished from the somatic cells, or soma. is often used in place of germinal to form phrases; as, germ area, germ disc, germ membrane, germ nucleus, germ sac, etc.
germ (v. i.)
To germinate.
Synonyms & Antonyms of germ
germ Sentence Examples
- The doctor advised the patient to wash their hands thoroughly to prevent the spread of germs.
- The gym equipment was teeming with germs, posing a health hazard to users.
- The child was sick with a stomach bug, spreading germs throughout the household.
- The raw meat contained harmful germs that could lead to foodborne illness.
- The germ-laden door handle was a breeding ground for bacteria.
- The antibacterial spray was effective in eliminating germs from contaminated surfaces.
- The antiseptic solution was used to kill germs on the wound to prevent infection.
- The immune system works tirelessly to fight off invading germs.
- Germs are microscopic organisms that can cause a wide range of diseases.
- The hospital enforced strict hygiene protocols to minimize the spread of germs among patients.
FAQs About the word germ
anything that provides inspiration for later work, a small apparently simple structure (as a fertilized egg) from which new tissue can develop into a complete o
beginning, seed,origin, root, origination, start,genesis, seedbed, fountainhead, dawn
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The doctor advised the patient to wash their hands thoroughly to prevent the spread of germs.
The gym equipment was teeming with germs, posing a health hazard to users.
The child was sick with a stomach bug, spreading germs throughout the household.
The raw meat contained harmful germs that could lead to foodborne illness.
