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/maɪkrəˈbaɪm/ · mi.cro.bi.ome
noun
- The genetic information (genomes) of a microbiota. The study of the human microbiome has led to a greater understanding of the importance of gut bacteria in our overall health.
- A microbial biome, such as the community of microbes within the human gut. The human microbiome plays a crucial role in our digestive system, helping to break down food and absorb nutrients.
Did you know? The term 'microbiome' was first coined in 2001 by biologist Jeffrey Gordon, who used it to describe the complex community of microbes living within the human gut.