How to Pronounce Axenic

To pronounce "axenic", say AX-en-ic — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

AX-en-ic

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💡 Tip for remembering “axenic”

"axenic" has 3 syllables: ax-en-ic.

What does axenic mean?

adjective

  1. Containing only a single species of microorganism. For example, an "axenic culture" is a pure grown sample of the organism in question.

    “This species has resisted all attempts at axenic culture.”

  2. Isolated from organisms of any other species.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "axenic"?▾

"Axenic" has 3 syllables: ax · en · ic.

What does "axenic" mean?▾

Axenic: Containing only a single species of microorganism. For example, an "axenic culture" is a pure grown sample of the organism in question.

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