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superbug

Syllabification: (su·per·bug)
Pronunciation: /ˈso͞opərˌbəg/

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Definition of superbug

noun

  • 1a bacterium that is useful in biotechnology, typically one that has been genetically engineered to enhance its usefulness for a particular purpose.
  • 2a strain of bacteria that has become resistant to antibiotic drugs.
  • an insect that is difficult to control or eradicate, especially because it has become immune to insecticides.

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