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Definition of erysipelothrix

erysipelothrix

/ˌɛrɪsɪˈpɛləθrɪks/
er · y · sip · e · lo · thrix
Plural:erysipelothrices
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erysipelothrix Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A genus of Gram-positive, non-spore-forming, rod-shaped bacteria in the family Erysipelotrichaceae, found widely in the environment as saprophytes and known for causing zoonotic infections, notably swine erysipelas in animals and erysipeloid (a localized skin infection) in humans.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Modern Latin taxonomic name derived from Greek 'erysipelas' (red skin or infectious disease) and 'thrix' (hair), referring to the thread-like appearance of the bacterial filaments.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Erysipelothrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/erysipelothrix
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