also: バシラス
Biological term for rod-shaped bacteria. Often used in scientific or medical contexts.
from German Bazillus
See also: 桿菌 (かんきん)
Figurative use, likening a person or thing to a harmful bacillus. Often used in phrases like 社会のバチルス (a pest to society).
Bacteria of the genus Bacillus are widely present in soil.
He was called a pest to society.