Definition of coliform
: of, relating to, or being gram-negative rod-shaped bacteria (such as E. coli) normally present in the intestine monitored coliform levels in drinking water
coliform
nounFrom the M-W Editors
First Known Use of coliform
1906
Medical Dictionary
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adjective
co·li·form
\ˈkō-lə-ˌfȯrm, ˈkäl-ə-\
Medical Definition of coliform
: of, relating to, or being gram-negative rod-shaped bacteria (such as E. coli) normally present in the intestine monitored coliform levels in drinking water
coliform
noun Fecal coliforms can include disease-causing organisms, such as some strains of E. coli, which produces severe diarrhea.—Consumer Reports, February 1992Learn More about coliform
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