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(Pe-tri-dish) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a shallow glass or plastic dish used for growing bacteria or other cultures.

Example Sentence

The experiment called for a petri dish.

More Example Sentences

Bacteria grow well in a petri dish.

Synonyms

culture dish; agar plate

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