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spirochæta
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spirochæta, n. [L. spira a coil + Gr. hair.].
A genus of Spirobacteria similar to Spirillum, but distinguished by its motility. One species, the Spirochæte Obermeyeri , is supposed to be the cause of relapsing fever. [1913 Webster]
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