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Definition of Metchnikoff
1. Noun. Russian bacteriologist in France who formulated the theory of phagocytosis (1845-1916).
Exact synonyms: Elie Metchnikoff, Elie Metchnikov, Ilya Ilich Metchnikov, Metchnikov
Generic synonyms: Bacteriologist
Generic synonyms: Bacteriologist
Medical Definition of Metchnikoff
1. Elie, Russian biologist in Paris and Nobel laureate, 1845-1916. See: Metchnikoff's theory. (05 Mar 2000)