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Genus Shigella

Genus Shigella refers to a group of gram-negative bacteria belonging to the family Enterobacteriaceae. They are pathogenic and commonly cause diseases such as shigellosis.

Sense 1

Noun: A genus of bacteria responsible for shigellosis.

Sample sentence: Shigella is a genus of bacteria that can cause severe diarrhea and abdominal cramps.

Sense 2

Noun: A group of bacteria prevalent in unsanitary conditions, such as contaminated food or water.

Sample sentence: It is essential to practice proper hygiene to prevent the spread of the genus Shigella.

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