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pyogenic

/ˌpaɪəˈdʒɛnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does pyogenic mean?

adjective

Producing or causing pus; relating to or characterized by the formation of pus.

Example

"The pyogenic bacteria caused a severe infection in the patient."

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