Meaning Of The Word Gram-negative

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What's The Definition Of Gram-negative?

Gram-negative in American English
designating bacteria that do not retain the color stain
adjective: not retaining the violet dye when stained by Gram's method

Gram-negative in British English
adjective: designating bacteria that fail to retain the violet stain in Gram's method

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