streptobacillus
Americannoun
PLURAL
streptobacilli-
any of various bacilli that form in chains.
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any of the Gram-negative bacteria of the genus Streptobacillus, common in rat saliva and a cause of ratbite fever.
Etymology
Origin of streptobacillus
From New Latin, dating back to 1895–1900; strepto-, bacillus
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The San Diego County medical examiner’s office ruled the cause of death was streptobacillus moniliformis infection, known as rat-bite fever, after exposure to an infected rat.
From Washington Times
The San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office ruled that the cause of death was streptobacillus moniliformis infection, commonly known as rat-bite fever, after exposure to an infected rat.
From Seattle Times
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