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Meaning of Proteus | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

ˈpɹəʊtjuːs

Definitions

Any of many gram-negative bacteria, of the genus Proteus, several of which are responsible for human infections.
A sea god who could change his shape at will.
Greek
The sixth satellite of the planet Neptune.

Equivalents

Català Proteu

Deutsch Proteus

Ελληνικά Πρωτέας

Español proteo

Français Protée Proteus

Galego Proteo

Italiano Proteo

Latina Proteus

Português Proteu

Русский Проте́й

CEFR level

B1

Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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See also

Proteus effect Proteus syndrome Proteus-like syndrome Protevangelium Proth number Proth prime

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