noun
- Plural of botulinum; refers to bacteria of the genus Clostridium botulinum or the toxins they produce.
Usage: technical; scientific
Examples
- Botulinums are anaerobic bacteria found in soil and water.
- The different strains of botulinums produce distinct neurotoxins.
- Food safety regulations aim to prevent contamination by botulinums.
- Botulinums can cause botulism, a serious form of food poisoning.
- Scientists study botulinums to understand their toxin production mechanisms.