salmonellosis

[ sal-muh-nl-oh-sis ]

noun

, Pathology.

1. food poisoning caused by consumption of food contaminated with bacteria of the genus Salmonella, characterized by the sudden onset of abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever.

Word History and Origins

Origin of salmonellosis¹

First recorded in 1910–15; salmonell(a) + -osis

Example Sentences

In fact, “you can expose yourself to certain infectious agents that can be harmful, or that can cause certain types of zoonotic diseases,” such as salmonellosis.

From National Geographic

Rodents can pass diseases on to humans, including salmonellosis, an infection caused by salmonella bacteria, which can be especially dangerous to immunocompromised and other vulnerable people.

From Washington Post

Those most likely to develop a severe form of salmonellosis are older adults, infants and people with weakened immune systems.

From Seattle Times

Attention wildlife fans: Bird feeders are killing songbirds, due to a vicious salmonellosis outbreak this winter.

From Los Angeles Times

Attention wildlife fans: Bird feeders are killing songbirds, thanks to a vicious salmonellosis outbreak this winter.

From Los Angeles Times