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Motile Definition & Meaning

motile
adjective
  1. (of spores or microorganisms) capable of movement
noun
  1. one whose prevailing mental imagery takes the form of inner feelings of action

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  • "what bacillus species is not motile"
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Frequently asked questions

What does motile mean?
(of spores or microorganisms) capable of movement one whose prevailing mental imagery takes the form of inner feelings of action
What part of speech is motile?
Motile is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does motile have?
Motile has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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