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Definition of Mycoplasmataceae
1. Noun. Pleomorphic Gram-negative nonmotile microorganism similar to both viruses and bacteria; parasitic in mammals.
Exact synonyms: Family Mycoplasmataceae
Generic synonyms: Bacteria Family
Group relationships: Mycoplasmatales, Order Mycoplasmatales
Member holonyms: Genus Mycoplasma
Generic synonyms: Bacteria Family
Group relationships: Mycoplasmatales, Order Mycoplasmatales
Member holonyms: Genus Mycoplasma
Medical Definition of Mycoplasmataceae
1. A family of gram-negative, non-motile bacteria from human and animal sources. One saprophytic species is known. (12 Dec 1998)