brucellosis

[ broo-suh-loh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology, Veterinary Pathology.

1. infection with bacteria of the Brucella genus, frequently causing spontaneous abortions in animals and remittent fever in humans.

brucellosis

/ ˌbruːsɪˈləʊsɪs /

noun

1. an infectious disease of cattle, goats, dogs, and pigs, caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella and transmittable to man (e.g. by drinking contaminated milk): symptoms include fever, chills, and severe headache Also calledundulant fever

brucellosis

/ bro̅o̅′sə-lō′sĭs /

1. An infectious disease caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella, transmitted to humans by contact with infected domestic animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, and dogs. In humans, brucellosis is marked by fever, malaise, and headache. It can also occur in some forms of wildlife, such as bison, and can cause spontaneous abortions in infected animals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of brucellosis¹

First recorded in 1925–30; brucell(a) + -osis

Word History and Origins

Origin of brucellosis¹

C20: from New Latin Brucella , named after Sir David Bruce (1855–1931), Australian bacteriologist and physician

Example Sentences

However, it also contained traces of brucellosis bacteria, an infectious disease associated with unpasteurized milk — a stark reminder of the deep connection between cheese, milk and the rhythms of seasonality.

From Salon

They tested for appendicitis or brucellosis, since the family has a hobby farm, but discovered nothing.

From Seattle Times

Check out the rest of the interview with Ralph who discusses driving vintage cars, brucellosis, working with birds of prey and ferret roulette.

From Salon

They carry numerous pathogens, including brucellosis and tuberculosis.

From Salon

There is a quarantine facility for sick bison to be tested for brucellosis, an infectious disease, or to be used to start conservation herds elsewhere if they test negative for the disease.

From Los Angeles Times