Noun: lactobacillus (lactobacilli) ,lak-tow-bu'si-lus
- Rod-shaped bacteria that produce lactic acid
"Lactobacillus is used in the production of yogurt and other fermented foods"
Derived forms: lactobacilli
Type of: eubacteria, eubacterium, true bacteria
Part of: genus Lactobacillus
Encyclopedia: Lactobacillus