Alexander Fleming
Noun
Meaning
Scottish bacteriologist who discovered penicillin (1881-1955)
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Examples
Alexander Fleming 's discovery of penicillin in September 1928 marks the start of modern antibiotics.
Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, penicillin, in a petri dish he had thrown away in his laboratory.
Chavez announced changes to his cabinet this month, including the appointment of architect Francisco “Farruco” Sesto Novás as Minister of Culture and Alexander Fleming as Minister of Tourism.