ADJ.
distinct
ANAEROBIC + NOUN
bacteria, respiration
adj
Without oxygen; especially of an environment or organism.
Of exercise, involving glycolysis (the conversion of glucose to adenosine triphosphate) rather than using oxygen to supply bodily energy needs.
Of or relating to an anaerobe.
adjective — living or active in the absence of free oxygen
Clostridioides difficile is an example of anaerobic bacteria.
Anaerobic respiration is distinct from fermentation.