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listeria monocytogenes

 

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Noun listeria monocytogenes has 1 sense
  1. Listeria monocytogenes, L. monocytogenes - the type species of the genus Listeria; can cause meningitis, encephalitis, septicemia, endocarditis, abortion, abscesses, listeriosis
    --1 is a kind of listeria

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Listeria Monocytogenes

Noun: Listeria monocytogenes is a type of bacteria that can cause serious illness in humans. It is commonly found in soil, water, and some animals. It can contaminate food, particularly dairy products and vegetables.

Example sentence 1: The outbreak of listeria monocytogenes in the region led to a recall of multiple food products.

Example sentence 2: Pregnant women are more susceptible to listeria monocytogenes infection, which can be harmful to the developing fetus.


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