Salmonella Meaning
/ˌsæl.məˈnɛ.lə/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAny of the serotypes of the two species of rod-shaped bacteria, of the genus Salmonella, especially Salmonella enterica, that cause typhoid fever and salmonellosis, manifest as food poisoning and other diseases.
nounFood poisoning, especially in humans, caused by such organisms.
Sentence Examples
It is essential to prevent salmonella contamination in hen egg production.
Salmonella outbreaks blemished spinach importers' reputation for running clean factories.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The undercooked chicken could cause a possible serious case of ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The health inspector traced the outbreak of ____ to contaminated chicken at the restaurant.
Word Origin & History
From the genus name Salmonella, named after American veterinarian Daniel Elmer Salmon.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The undercooked chicken could cause a possible serious case of ____.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The health inspector traced the outbreak of ____ to contaminated chicken at the restaurant.