Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Phage.
How to pronounce phage:
US
Phage - as a noun
A virus that is parasitic (reproduces itself) in bacteria
Example: "Phage uses the bacterium's machinery and energy to produce more phage until the bacterium is destroyed and phage is released to invade surrounding bacteria"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bacteriophage23Hypernyms (Closely Related)
virus8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Scientists are studying how phages can be used to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria."
"The phage effectively destroyed the bacteria in the lab experiment."
"The phage population was analyzed to understand its impact on the bacterial community."
"The phage lifecycle includes the stages of attachment, penetration, replication, and release."
"Researchers are investigating the diversity of phages in different environments."
Word Game Points
Is PHAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, phage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PHAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is PHAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, phage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPHAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is PHAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, phage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
