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Pasteurella

Pasteurella

8.6
A kind of bacteria that causes infections after animal bites or scratches
  • noun
  • /ˌpæs.təˈrɛl.ə/
  • Specialized
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  • After his cat scratched him, he was concerned that Pasteurella might cause an infection.

Examples

  • I found Bacillus pasteurella in great quantity.

    Birdman of Alcatraz (1962)

  • If you are bitten by a pet, you should watch for signs of infection, as Pasteurella can enter the wound.

  • The doctor explained that Pasteurella infections often result from animal bites or scratches.

Surface Forms

Pasteurella singular
Pasteurellas plural

Etymology

Pasteurella is named after the French scientist Pasteur plus the little ending -ella, which means 'little'. So the name is like 'little Pasteur' and helps you remember that Pasteurella is a group of small bacteria that can cause infections after animal bites.