aureus
Americannoun
plural
aureinoun
Etymology
Origin of aureus
1600–10; < Latin: literally, golden
Example Sentences
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The team showed the vaccine also protects against two species of bacteria - Staphylococcus aureus and Acinetobacter baumannii.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
Vaccines currently in development for Staphylococcus aureus infections, including MRSA, might have the side effect of fighting atopic dermatitis, cellulitis and impetigo — maybe even acne.
From Salon • Jul. 12, 2025
In tests with E. coli and S. aureus, the bacterium that causes staph infection, the hydrogel damaged bacteria cell membranes and led to bacterial cell death.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2024
The organisms on its hit list included strains of Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and other pathogens that have become resistant to most antibiotics currently available.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2024
Since the description of B. aureus at pl.
From Zoological Illustrations, Volume III or Original Figures and Descriptions of New, Rare, or Interesting Animals by Swainson, William
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