pyogenic

adjective

pyo·gen·ic ˌpī-ə-ˈje-nik

: producing pus

pyogenic bacteria

also : marked by pus production

pyogenic meningitis

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1834, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pyogenic was in 1834

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“Pyogenic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/pyogenic. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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pyogenic

adjective

pyo·gen·ic ˌpī-ə-ˈjen-ik

: producing pus

pyogenic bacteria

also : marked by pus production

pyogenic meningitis

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