Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
staphylo
prefix
/ˈstæfɪloʊ/
Definition
A prefix used in medical terminology to refer to groupings or clusters, particularly of bacteria, that resemble bunches of grapes or clusters.
Examples
- Staphylococcus is a genus of bacteria that is commonly found in clusters.
- The staphylococci are known to cause a range of infections, from skin infections to more serious conditions.
- The prefix ‘staphylo-‘ is often used in microbiology to classify certain types of bacteria.
Meaning
Staphylo indicates a clustering or grouping, especially used to describe bacteria that form clusters under a microscope.
Synonyms
- clustered
- grape-like
- bunches
