noun
- Plural of lactobacillus; rod-shaped bacteria that produce lactic acid and are commonly found in fermented foods and the human digestive system.
Usage: scientific/medical term; plural form; also used as a mass noun in some contexts
Examples
- Lactobacilli are the beneficial bacteria found in yogurt and other fermented dairy products.
- The human gut contains millions of lactobacilli that aid in digestion.
- Lactobacilli convert sugars into lactic acid during the fermentation process.
- Probiotic supplements often contain various strains of lactobacilli.
- Scientists study lactobacilli to understand their role in maintaining intestinal health.
- Lactobacilli are used in the production of sauerkraut and kimchi.